GRE Word List

PLUTOCRACY

government by the wealthy

The meaning of the word plutocracy is government by the wealthy.

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brochurepamphlet
stemthe main trunk of a plant
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
bumpa relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
blotchto mark or mar with blotches
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
talismanan object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune
supplicateto make a humble entreaty