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

WordMeaning
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
responsivenessgiving response : constituting a response : answering
tawnyof the color tawny
boona timely benefit : blessing
plaintiveexpressive of suffering or woe : melancholy
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
demurereserved