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
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
lineagedescent in a line from a common progenitor
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
cardiologistthe study of the heart and its action and diseases
immutablenot capable of or susceptible to change
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
inimitablenot capable of being imitated : matchless
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn