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piteously

/ˈpaɪtɪəsli/ adverb · British & US
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What does piteously mean?

adverb

In a pitiful or distressing manner; in a way that evokes pity.

Example

"The starving child cried piteously for food."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Words that share this root

piteouspiteouslypitefulnesspiteful

What's another word for piteously?

pitefullypitifullydistressinglypatheticallypitilesslywoefully

What's the opposite of piteously?

mercifullycompassionatelysympathetically

Rhymes with piteously

piteouslypiteouslypiteouslypiteously