GRE Word List

PATHOS

an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion

The meaning of the word pathos is an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion.

Random words

WordMeaning
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
promptto move to action : incite
broachbrooch
dawdleto spend time idly
daubto cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster
dulcetsweet to the taste
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
propsomething that props or sustains : support
disseminateto spread abroad as though sowing seed