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
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
overweeningarrogant
patriciana member of one of the original citizen families of ancient Rome
obsequiousmarked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness
regenerationan act or the process of regenerating : the state of being regenerated
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure