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 |
|---|---|
| idiom | an expression in the usage of a language that is peculiar to itself either in having a meaning that cannot be derived from the conjoined meanings of its elements (such as up in the air for "undecided") or in its grammatically atypical use of words (such as give way) |
| boon | a timely benefit : blessing |
| modish | fashionable |
| sodden | dull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages |
| dishearten | to cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale |
| sedentary | not migratory : settled |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| prowess | distinguished bravery |
| contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |