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 |
|---|---|
| ultimatum | a final proposition, condition, or demand |
| pang | a brief piercing spasm of pain |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| retentive | having the power, property, or capacity of retaining |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
| pretentious | characterized by pretension: such as |
| shambles | a meat market |
| noisome | noxious |
| hilarity | boisterous merriment or laughter |