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

WordMeaning
debutanteone making a debut (see debut
coalitionthe act of coalescing : union
exemplifyto show or illustrate by example
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
denouementthe final outcome of the main dramatic complication in a literary work
perspicuityplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
optionalinvolving an option : not compulsory
denotationan act or process of denoting
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
amendto put right