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Meaning of pitiful
The primary meaning of "pitiful" is feeling or expressing sympathy or pity for someone or something.
Etymology of pitiful
The word "pitiful" has its roots in Old English "pité" and Old French "pitie", both meaning pity, with the suffix "-ful" added to form an adjective, and has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe something or someone that inspires pity.
Synonyms
pathetic
miserable
wretched
distressing
lamentable
deplorable
regrettable
unfortunate
unhappy
sorrowful
pitiable
heartbreaking
touching
moving
distressful
painful
troubling
upsetting
depressing
disheartening
discouraging
dispiriting
gloomy
dismal
dreary
bleak
desolate
forlorn
hopeless
despairing
despondent
morose
melancholy
sad
sorrowing
mournful
plaintive
poignant
harrowing
agonizing
excruciating
tormented
anguished
afflicted
suffering
hurting
aching
paining
grieved
bereaved
bereft
isolated
alone
friendless
helpless
hapless
ill-fated
star-crossed
unlucky
unfortunate
ill-starred
Definitions
- Inspiring pity, especially because of being weak or miserable
- * Deserving or arousing pity, especially because of being weak or miserable
Usage Examples
- The pitiful condition of the refugees called for immediate aid and assistance.
- * The news of the natural disaster was pitiful, leaving thousands of people homeless.
- * The pitiful expression on the child's face tugged at the mother's heartstrings.
Antonyms
admirable
amazing
astonishing
awesome
brave
courageous
excellent
exceptional
extraordinary
fantastic
fine
glorious
great
impressive
incredible
magnificent
marvelous
outstanding
powerful
remarkable
strong
superb
terrific
wonderful
commendable
laudable
praiseworthy
meritorious
deserving
worthy
honorable
noble
dignified
proud
resilient
robust
stalwart
unyielding
valiant
vigorous