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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| covenant | a usually formal, solemn, and binding agreement : compact |
| capricious | governed or characterized by caprice : impulsive |
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| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
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| saturate | to satisfy fully : satiate |