GRE Word List
OLIGARCHY
government by the few
The meaning of the word oligarchy is government by the few.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
| soar | to fly aloft or about |
| homage | a feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| defunct | no longer living, existing, or functioning |
| verisimilar | having the appearance of truth : probable |
| executioner | one who executes |
| effulgent | radiant splendor : brilliance |
| putrescent | undergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid |