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pathetical

/pæθɪtɪkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does pathetical mean?

adjective

Expressing or feeling pity; pitiful. Used to describe something that is sad or unfortunate.

Example

"The pathetical state of the homeless people in the city moved many to donate to charity."

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