Synonyms for

Pathos

Verb / ˈpeɪθɑ:s / Another word for pathos — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a quality or power in an experience or work of art that evokes feelings of pity, sympathy, or compassion

Synonyms & similar words

poignancy pity commiseration ruth empathy compassion sorrow pity sympathy feeling emotion passion sentiment tenderness commiseration melancholy grief sadness woe heartache misery anguish distress regret

Example sentences

  1. The pathos in the story touched my heart.
  2. The actor's performance was full of pathos.
  3. The painting had a lot of pathos, making people feel sad.
  4. The music's pathos made me feel emotional.
  5. The speech had a lot of pathos, making people feel sympathetic towards the cause.

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