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
vitalof the utmost importance
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
enterprisea project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
apoplexystroke
chaoticmarked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
deviouswandering
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter