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
partitionthe action of parting : the state of being parted : division
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious
artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
rarefiedbeing less dense
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
cedeto yield or grant typically by treaty
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently