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
paltryinferior
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
exemptfree or released from some liability or requirement to which others are subject
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
withholdto hold back from action : check
machinationsan act of machinating
provenanceorigin
hegemonypreponderant influence or authority over others : domination
implementa device used in the performance of a task : tool
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict