GRE Word List
OLIGARCHY
government by the few
The meaning of the word oligarchy is government by the few.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| obfuscate | to throw into shadow : darken |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| fancied | imagined or believed to be true or real |
| emollient | making soft or supple |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| primal | original |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| emend | to correct usually by textual alterations |