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
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
soporificcausing or tending to cause sleep
lionizeto treat as an object of great interest or importance
adoreto worship or honor as a deity or as divine
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
tannerone that tans hides
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
credencemental acceptance as true or real
plumbera dealer or worker in lead