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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quarrygame
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
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inviolablesecure from violation or profanation