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 |
|---|---|
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| mass | the liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist |
| remediable | capable of being remedied |
| voodoo | a religion that is derived from African polytheism and ancestor worship and is practiced chiefly in Haiti |
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| calculated | apt |
| inane | lacking significance, meaning, or point : silly |
| disconcert | to throw into confusion |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |