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.

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WordMeaning
convexcurved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
incorrigibleincapable of being corrected or amended: such as
parleyto speak with another : confer
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
variegatedhaving discrete markings of different colors
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
depictto represent by or as if by a picture