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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beholden | being under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted |
| amorphous | having no definite form : shapeless |
| skinflint | a person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser |
| beware | to be on one's guard |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| nubile | of marriageable condition or age |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
| foul | offensive to the senses : loathsome |
| punctilious | marked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |