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Pitiably

see synonyms of pitiably

Adverb

1. pathetically, pitiably

in a manner arousing sympathy and compassion

Example Sentences:
'the sick child cried pathetically'

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Pitiably

see synonyms of pitiably
adjective
exciting or deserving pity or contempt

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Pitiably

see synonyms of pitiably
adjective
arousing or deserving pity, sometimes mixed with scorn or contempt

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Pitiably

see synonyms of pitiably
adj.
1. Arousing or deserving of pity or compassion; lamentable.
2. Arousing disdainful pity. See Synonyms at pathetic.

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