Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
patetico
adjective
/pəˈtɛtɪkoʊ/
Definition
Patetico is an Italian word widely used in music and literature to describe a style or passage that conveys a sense of pathos or deep emotion.
Examples
- The patetico section of the symphony stirred deep emotions in the audience.
- In her performance, she captured the patetico essence of the character’s plight.
Meaning
The meaning of patetico relates to being expressive, particularly in a way that evokes strong feelings of pity or sadness.
Synonyms
- emotional
- moving
- tragic
- poignant