GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fringe | an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band |
| enfranchise | to set free (as from slavery) |
| bemoan | to express deep grief or distress over |
| victuals | food usable by people |
| inductive | of, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| engage | to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end |
| doldrums | a spell of listlessness or despondency |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |