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 |
|---|---|
| lunatic | affected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane |
| solicitor | one that solicits |
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| melancholy | depression of spirits : dejection |
| nondescript | belonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described |
| pith | a usually continuous central strand of spongy tissue in the stems of most vascular plants that probably functions chiefly in storage |
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| imperious | marked by arrogant assurance : domineering |
| intimidate | to make timid or fearful : frighten |
| nubile | of marriageable condition or age |