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A secret society founded at the University of Maryland within the Greek community. This society was founded on the following seven virtues:

Kindness, Sincerity, Passion, Justice, Courage, Perseverance, Growth
This society does not seek recognition for itself, but rather seeks to recognize those who exemplify these virtues.

Arete drops off letters and gifts in order to recognize those they feel live out their virtues.
arete by arete7 May 16, 2009
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Arete is an organization located on the Realms of Despair - a free Smaug based MUD filled with Endless Medieval Enjoyment.

The Order of Arete upholds a commitment to maintain a sense of community while collectively aspiring to reach the highest human potential at all times.
"I heard you joined Arete."

"Yeah, I wanted to find a way to get involved again."

"Sounds great, where can I sign up?"
Arete by K. Cloud Kicker December 30, 2012
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arête aretē aretecracy aretete Areej areeba Areen Areeb arenes Areez
A girl with a huge heart, but who questions herself too much. Seems quiet at first, but as you get to know her, becomes more vibrant and alive than anyone you’ll ever know. Tends to overthink her actions, and may back away from a challenge, but is good at a lot of things, and should realize that. Has a few loving friends that would do anything for her, and who’ll always have their bitch’s back.
Whose that singing? They’re AMAZING!
RIGHT?! That’s Aretê, she’s the best...
Aretê by The.LongestTime April 6, 2019
This word came from the Greeks. It meas Striving for excellence.
Arête got in they way of Billy when he would not help his friend because he did not want to be embarrased.
arête by Ben B March 6, 2005
Aretē is a very sensitive person but fun and loyal to the ones he loves. He is extremely good at sports and is a good leader. He is also one of the cutest set of people in the world
He is such an Aretē to his girlfriend
aretē by Chelseaforlife May 23, 2020
- Excellence or Virtue.
- A quality necessary for success.
- “We got our test grades back!!”
- “Yea, I got 100%, that is areté.”
Areté by jbgyfiurwhjkbdsc May 2, 2023
Areta is hard working, dedicated and passionate. Challenges the thoughts and behaviours of others and has high standards. Not easily decieved and has zero tolerance for those who judge, gossip and belittle others. Family orientated, committed and over protective. At times may be hard to please but is loving in nature. Music is an essential component to enjoying life therefore likes to entertain yet will happily curl up with a good book!
Areta by Spanish guitar February 7, 2010