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

WordMeaning
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
psychopathicof, relating to, or characterized by psychopathy
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
spruceto make spruce
antithesisthe direct opposite
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
licentiouslacking legal or moral restraints
historichistorical