piteous
adjective | /piteous/
Essential WordsHARD
evoking pity or sadness
piteous
adjective | /piteous/
Essential WordsHARDevoking pity or sadness
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Synonyms
sadmournfulpatheticsorrowful
Antonyms
joyfulcheerfulheartening
Examples
"The rescue team described the piteous condition of the survivors."
"His piteous plea moved many to donate."
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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