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
motea small particle : speck
tannerone that tans hides
ludicrousamusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity
dawdleto spend time idly
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
apprehensiveviewing the future with anxiety or alarm : feeling or showing fear or apprehension about the future
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
desolatedevoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted