pathos

1. (noun) a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow); "the film captured all the pathos of their situation"
Synonyms: poignancy
Related Words: quality

2. (noun) a style that has the power to evoke feelings
Related Words: expressive style, style

3. (noun) a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others; "the blind are too often objects of pity"
Synonyms: commiseration, pity, ruth
Related Words: fellow feeling, sympathy



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