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.

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WordMeaning
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected
domicilea dwelling place : place of residence : home
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
tatterto make ragged
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
tumidmarked by swelling : swollen
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
natationthe action or art of swimming
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way