GRE Word List
GERONTOCRACY
rule by elders
The meaning of the word gerontocracy is rule by elders.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rolling | (of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| denounce | to pronounce especially publicly to be blameworthy or evil |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| incumbent | the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| contention | a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument |