GRE Word List
OLIGARCHY
government by the few
The meaning of the word oligarchy is government by the few.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| throttle | to compress the throat of : choke |
| stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |
| expedite | to accelerate the process or progress of : speed up |
| hubris | exaggerated pride or self-confidence |
| partition | the action of parting : the state of being parted : division |
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| brittle | easily broken, cracked, or snapped |