Ethos and Principles

Ethos

Ethos noun - The code of good conduct for an individual or group.
Usage example: rigorous self-discipline was central to the ethos of the ancient Spartans
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Synonyms for Ethos

Principles is a synonym for ethos in philosophy topic. In some cases you can use "Principles" instead a noun "Ethos", when it comes to topics like animating principle.

Principles

Principles noun - The code of good conduct for an individual or group.
Usage example: stuck to his principles even in the face of extreme pressure

Ethos is a synonym for principles. You can use "Ethos" instead a noun "Principles".
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