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 |
|---|---|
| putrefy | to make putrid |
| erroneous | containing or characterized by error : mistaken |
| renounce | to give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration |
| zealot | a zealous person |
| ravel | to become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray |
| mystic | mystical |
| augment | to make greater, more numerous, larger, or more intense |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| puerile | juvenile |
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