Pitiful Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Pitiful

Meaning 1 : bad; unfortunate

    Synonyms : deplorable,  distressing,  lamentable,  sad,  sorry
Meaning 2 : inspiring mixed contempt and pity

    Example : pitiful exhibition of cowardice

    Synonyms : pathetic,  pitiable
Meaning 3 : deserving or inciting pity

    Example : a pitiful fate

    Synonyms : hapless,  miserable,  misfortunate,  pathetic,  piteous,  pitiable,  poor,  wretched


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