pitiful (Meaning)
pitiful (s)
inspiring mixed contempt and pity
bad; unfortunate
deserving or inciting pity
pitiful (a.)
Full of pity; tender-hearted; compassionate; kind; merciful; sympathetic.
Piteous; lamentable; eliciting compassion.
To be pitied for littleness or meanness; miserable; paltry; contemptible; despicable.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pitiful
FAQs About the word pitiful
inspiring mixed contempt and pity, bad; unfortunate, deserving or inciting pityFull of pity; tender-hearted; compassionate; kind; merciful; sympathetic., Piteou
pathetic, sad, sorry, poor, contemptible, wretched, disgusting,miserable, despicable, pitiable
admirable, noteworthy, admirable, outstanding, meritorious, notable, excellent, outstanding,decent, worthy
The pitiful cries of the abandoned dog echoed through the desolate alley.
Her pitiful appearance, with tattered clothes and unkempt hair, drew sympathy from strangers.
The pitiful sight of the starving children broke the hearts of aid workers.
The pitiful excuse he offered for his failure did not persuade his angry boss.
