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
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
filchto steal secretly or casually
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
inequityinjustice
cliquea narrow exclusive circle or group of persons
constraintthe act of constraining
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided