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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adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
quicksilvermercury
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addenduma thing added : addition
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contaminateto soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association