GRE Word List
MORES
the fixed morally binding customs of a particular group
The meaning of the word mores is the fixed morally binding customs of a particular group.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
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| retrograde | having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars |
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| lookout | one engaged in keeping watch : watchman |
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