: the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
also
: ethic sense 1d
Examples of ethos in a Sentence
The company made environmental awareness part of its business ethos.
They are working to keep a democratic ethos alive in the community.
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The gallery's ethos of inclusivity extends beyond art ownership, encompassing a vision of art education and cultural enrichment.
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
For Wong, that was a reflection of Cartoon Network Studios’ ethos, where the creative voices of everyone at every level were valued.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
For Wong, that was a reflection of Cartoon Network Studios’ ethos, where the creative voices of everyone at every level were valued.
—Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for ethos
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“Ethos.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ethos. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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