Meaning of the word bathos in English
What does bathos mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bathos
US /ˈbeɪ.θɑːs/
UK /ˈbeɪ.θɒs/
Noun
an abrupt change in style from the sublime or lofty to the ridiculous or trivial
Example:
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The dramatic scene ended in bathos when the hero tripped over his own feet.
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The poet's attempt at grandeur often devolved into unintentional bathos.
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