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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| extraneous | existing on or coming from the outside |
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| chimerical | existing only as the product of unchecked imagination : fantastically visionary (see visionary |
| homely | suggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home |
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| surreptitious | done, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine |
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