GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
triflinglacking in significance or solid worth: such as
cantankerousdifficult or irritating to deal with
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
affinityrelationship by marriage
respitea period of temporary delay