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
demagoguea leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power
warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds
shystera person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger
snipa small piece that is snipped off
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
incrustationa crust or hard coating
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
existentialof, relating to, or affirming existence