Dictionary Check: pathos

"pathos" is a valid word!

Scrabble 11 points
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Definition

noun

a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow)

Example: "the film captured all the pathos of their situation"
Synonyms:
noun

a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others

Example: "the blind are too often objects of pity"
Synonyms:
noun

a style that has the power to evoke feelings

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