GRE Word List

ETHOS

the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution

The meaning of the word ethos is the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution.

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opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
ineffableincapable of being expressed in words : indescribable
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
casteone of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy
bewitchto influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
addlerotten
takeoffa rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket