pathos-driven
|pa-thos-driv-en|
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/ˈpeɪθɒs ˈdrɪvən/
emotionally evocative
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pathos-driven' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'pathos,' where 'pathos' meant 'suffering' or 'emotion.'
Historical Evolution
'pathos' was adopted into English from Greek, maintaining its meaning related to emotion and feeling.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'suffering' or 'emotion,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'emotionally evocative.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by or appealing to pathos, often used to describe something that evokes strong emotions or feelings.
The pathos-driven speech moved the audience to tears.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45