Canadian English Meaning of pitiful

wretched

Other Canadian English words related to wretched

synonyms

• sad
• bad
• Contemptible
• despicable
• lame
• pitiful
• poor
• sorry
• abhorrent
• abominable
• beastly
• pitiable
• discreditable
• disgraceful
• Dishonourable
• disreputable
• shameful
• infamous
• inferior
• lousy
• ill-conceived
• notorious
• scandalous
• shocking
• squalid
• stinking
• unworthy
• worthless

antonyms

• admirable
• commendable
• creditable
• decent
• excellent
• meritorious
• noteworthy
• noteworthy
• noticeable
• Outstanding
• perfect
• respectable
• worthy
• honourable
• laudable
• noble
• praiseworthy
• Presentable
• redoubtable
• reputable
• flawless
• honest
• straight

Definitions and Meaning of pitiful in English

Wordnet

pitiful (s)

inspiring mixed contempt and pity

bad; unfortunate

deserving or inciting pity

Webster

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.

FAQs About the word pitiful

What is the Canadian English meaning of the word pitiful

wretched

What is the English meaning of the word wretched

inspiring mixed contempt and pity, bad; unfortunate, deserving or inciting pityFull of pity; tender-hearted; compassionate; kind; merciful; sympathetic., Piteou

What are the synonyms of the word wretched

sad,bad,Contemptible,despicable,lame,pitiful,poor,sorry,abhorrent,abominable

What are the antonyms of the word wretched

admirable,commendable,creditable,decent,excellent,meritorious,noteworthy,noteworthy,noticeable,Outstanding