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
peripheralof, relating to, involving, or forming a periphery or surface part
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
effaceto eliminate or make indistinct by or as if by wearing away a surface
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
heterogeneousconsisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed