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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WordMeaning
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
valedictionan act of bidding farewell
spendthrifta person who spends improvidently or wastefully
facetany of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration)
writheto twist into coils or folds
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy