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
gruntto utter a grunt
concurto express agreement
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allegeto assert without proof or before proving
coalitionthe act of coalescing : union
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
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