ˈiːθɒs, ˈeɪθɒs

Definitions

1. noun

The characteristic spirit and attitude of a particular group, organization, or culture; a distinctive atmosphere or character.

“The ethos of the company emphasizes innovation and teamwork.”

2. noun

A person’s moral character or set of principles; one’s sense of right and wrong.

“Her ethos as a doctor was to always put her patients’ needs first.”

3. verb

To give something a particular character or atmosphere; to establish a particular moral tone.

“The author’s aim was to ethos the narrative with a sense of foreboding.”