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
defaultfailure to do something required by duty or law : neglect
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
upshotthe final result : outcome
sensualrelating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
festerto generate pus
indigentsuffering from extreme poverty : impoverished
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
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