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The Clue

Emotion of pity (6 letter answer)

The Answer

PATHOS

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Notes

The answer PATHOS is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.

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Definition

PATHOS as a noun:

1. (pathos, poignancy) = a quality that arouses emotions (especially pity or sorrow); "the film captured all the pathos of their situation"
2. (commiseration, pity, ruth, pathos) = a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others; "the blind are too often objects of pity"
3. a style that has the power to evoke feelings