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
deleteto eliminate especially by blotting out, cutting out, or erasing
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory
invoketo petition for help or support
genesisthe origin or coming into being of something
stocka store or supply accumulated or available
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
stratageman artifice or trick in war for deceiving and outwitting the enemy
thespianactor
shuffleto mix in a mass confusedly : jumble
homilya usually short sermon