GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
corrodeto eat away by degrees as if by gnawing
peevishquerulous in temperament or mood : fretful
mortifyto subject to severe and vexing embarrassment : shame
extolto praise highly : glorify
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
gruntto utter a grunt
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
divestto deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title