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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| irksome | tending to irk : tedious |
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| ingenue | a naive girl or young woman |
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| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
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