What is "pitiful" in English? Definition and Explanations
What does pitiful mean in English? Meaning of pitiful definition and abbreviation with examples.
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What is "pitiful" in English? Definition and Explanations
Meaning of "pitiful": inspiring mixed contempt and pity
Adjective
Pronunciation in US: /ˈpɪdəfl̩/
Pronunciation in UK: /ˈpɪtɪfəl/
Meaning of "pitiful": bad; unfortunate
Adjective
Pronunciation in US: /ˈpɪdəfl̩/
Pronunciation in UK: /ˈpɪtɪfəl/
Meaning of "pitiful": deserving or inciting pity
Adjective
Pronunciation in US: /ˈpɪdəfl̩/
Pronunciation in UK: /ˈpɪtɪfəl/
Synonyms:
distressing, wretched, paltry, shabby, pathetic, insignificant, sad, touching, dismal, miserable, woeful, lamentable, sorry, abject, affecting, afflicted, base, beggarly, cheap, cheerless, compassionate, contemptible, deplorable, despicable, distressed, grievous, heartbreaking, heartrending, inadequate, joyless, low, mean, mournful, moving, piteous, sorrowful, stirring, suffering, tearful, vile, worthless, comfortless, commiserative, pitiable, arousing, scurvy,
Antonyms:
wealthy, cheerful, glad, joyful, fortunate, lucky, excellent, superb, wonderful, worthwhile, good, nice, important, rich, significant, substantial, happy, hopeful, superior,
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