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 |
|---|---|
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
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| validate | to make legally valid : ratify |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| mutilate | to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect |
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| coagulate | to cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle |
| genesis | the origin or coming into being of something |
| pitfall | trap |