GRE Word List

GERONTOCRACY

rule by elders

The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.

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WordMeaning
suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
forgea furnace or a shop with its furnace where metal is heated and wrought : smithy
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
finalethe close or termination of something: such as
markedhaving an identifying mark
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame