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
snipa small piece that is snipped off
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enumerateto ascertain the number of : count
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
fervorintensity of feeling or expression
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
thrashto beat soundly with or as if with a stick or whip : flog
sextantan instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude)
franticemotionally out of control