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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WordMeaning
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
staticexerting force by reason of weight alone without motion
consanguineousof the same blood or origin
schemea plan or program of action
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
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