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
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
resourcefulable to meet situations : capable of devising ways and means
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
rationalhaving reason or understanding
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
nonentitysomething that does not exist or exists only in the imagination
jabberto talk rapidly, indistinctly, or unintelligibly
fineryornament
sequesterto set apart : segregate
gaffea social or diplomatic blunder