GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
hortatoryhortative
translucentpermitting the passage of light:
incompatiblenot compatible: such as
commemorativeintended as a commemoration
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
immunenot susceptible or responsive
regaleto entertain sumptuously : feast with delicacies
crochetneedlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle