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
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| compartment | a separate division or section |
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| wangle | to resort to trickery or devious methods |
| convoke | to call together to a meeting |
| interdict | a Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district |
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| exculpate | to clear from alleged fault or guilt |
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