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
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paradigmexample
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clapperone that claps: such as
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
schematicof or relating to a scheme or schema
sylvanone that frequents groves or woods
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retaliateto return like for like