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
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony
bewitchto influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
punditpandit
fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
vociferousmarked by or given to vehement insistent outcry
sophisticateddeprived of native or original simplicity: such as
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions