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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| wangle | to resort to trickery or devious methods |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| reproach | an expression of rebuke or disapproval |
| inimitable | not capable of being imitated : matchless |
| illuminate | to supply or brighten with light |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |
| brevity | shortness of duration |
| poignancy | the quality or state of being poignant |
| icon | a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere |