Piteous

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪtɪaʊs/

Piteous (adj)

  1. Showing great sadness in a way that makes people feel sorry for someone.
  2. So bad or unfortunate that it makes others want to help or feel sympathy.
  3. Very poor in condition or quality, in a way that seems deserving of pity.

Piteous (adjective)

Examples

  • The piteous cry made everyone feel sorry.
  • Her piteous expression showed she needed help.