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 |
|---|---|
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| ineffable | incapable of being expressed in words : indescribable |
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| belated | delayed beyond the usual time |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| caste | one of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| bewitch | to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft |
| addle | rotten |
| takeoff | a rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket |