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Definition of gerontocracy

gerontocracy

/ˌdʒɛr.ənˈtɑː.krə.si/
ger · on · toc · ra · cy
Adverb:gerontocratically
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Plural:gerontocracies
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Adjective:gerontocratic
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• noun

1

A state, society, or political system governed by old people, or rule by elders.

Example

"Political analysts described the aging leadership council as an entrenched gerontocracy resistant to institutional reform."

2

A governing body or ruling class composed exclusively or predominantly of elderly people.

Example

"Younger citizens expressed frustration that the country's ruling gerontocracy seemed out of touch with modern economic realities."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century via French gérontocratie, formed from Ancient Greek gerōn (genitive gerontos, meaning 'old man') and -kratia ('rule' or 'power').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gerontocracy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gerontocracy
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