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
vipera common Eurasian venomous snake (Vipera berus) that attains a length of about two feet (0.6 meter), varies in color from red, brown, or gray with dark markings to black, and is usually not fatal to humans
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
broachbrooch
subsumeto include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element
disingenuouslacking in candor
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
igneousformed by solidification of magma
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
tricksterone who tricks: such as