GRE Word List
PLUTOCRACY
government by the wealthy
The meaning of the word plutocracy is government by the wealthy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| modicum | a small portion : a limited quantity |
| gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |
| recess | the action of receding : recession |
| vortex | something that resembles a whirlpool |
| coagulate | to cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle |
| eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
| valor | strength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery |
| incubate | to sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body |