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
concedeto acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
hardybold
credoa guiding belief or principle : creed
bereavementthe state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
dexterousmentally adroit and skillful : clever
exasperateto cause irritation or annoyance to
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
idlenot occupied or employed: such as