GRE Word List
OLIGARCHY
government by the few
The meaning of the word oligarchy is government by the few.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| apparent | open to view : visible |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| coma | a state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison |
| fulsome | characterized by abundance : copious |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| imbibe | drink |
| discriminate | to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of |
| menial | a person doing menial work |
| opus | work |