GRE Word List

MILIEU

the physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment

The meaning of the word milieu is the physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment.

Random words

WordMeaning
dissipateto break up and drive off
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
perfidiousof, relating to, or characterized by perfidy
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
repelto drive back : repulse
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
impuissanceweakness