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
truncateto shorten by or as if by cutting off
harrowingacutely distressing or painful
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
precludeto make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance
concorda state of agreement : harmony
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude