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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
| languish | to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated |
| calorific | caloric |
| mortician | undertaker |
| rejuvenate | to make young or youthful again : give new vigor to |
| gross | glaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness |
| unruly | not readily ruled, disciplined, or managed |
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| longevity | a long duration of individual life |