GRE Word List
OLIGARCHY
government by the few
The meaning of the word oligarchy is government by the few.
Random words
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|---|---|
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
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| singular | of or relating to a separate person or thing : individual |
| boor | peasant |
| boon | a timely benefit : blessing |
| rostrum | an ancient Roman platform for public orators |
| blotch | to mark or mar with blotches |
| requite | to make return for : repay |
| equable | marked by lack of variation or change : uniform |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |