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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WordMeaning
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blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
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