Noun Definition

pathos

1.Definition: a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others

Related Noun(s):commiseration, pity, ruth

Category: Feelings

2.Definition: a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow)

"The film captured all the pathos of their situation"

Related Noun(s):poignancy

Category: General

3.Definition: a style that has the power to evoke feelings

Category: General