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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| loiter | to delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle |
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |
| despondent | feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |
| roue | a man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake |
| impartial | not partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally |
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |
| delusive | likely to delude |
| pushy | aggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward |