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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| reconcile | to restore to friendship or harmony |
| gesticulation | the act of making gestures |
| juncture | a point of time |
| indicative | serving to indicate |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
| distort | to twist (see twist |
| scoff | an expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe |