Piteous
Pronunciation: /ˈpɪtɪaʊs/
Piteous (adj)
- Showing great sadness in a way that makes people feel sorry for someone.
- So bad or unfortunate that it makes others want to help or feel sympathy.
- 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.