pathos
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pathos, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A quality in something that stirs feelings of pity or sadness.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use pathos
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek pathos, "suffering" or "feeling."
Full origin of pathos →Frequently asked questions
What does “pathos” mean?
The word “pathos” means a quality in something that stirs feelings of pity or sadness. In plain terms, the emotional pull of something — the quality that makes you feel sympathy or sadness.
How do you pronounce “pathos”?
“Pathos” is pronounced PAY-thos (/ˈpeɪˌθɑs/ in IPA).
How do you use “pathos” in a sentence?
Here is “pathos” used in a sentence: “The film's ending was full of quiet pathos.”
What part of speech is “pathos”?
“Pathos” is a noun.
Where does the word “pathos” come from?
The word “pathos” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek pathos, "suffering" or "feeling.".
How many meanings does “pathos” have?
“Pathos” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a quality in something that stirs feelings of pity or sadness.