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
apiculturethe keeping of bees especially on a large scale
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
kismetfate
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
sensitizationthe action or process of sensitizing
crossa structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
remunerativeserving to remunerate
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production