Dictionary Check: pitiful

"pitiful" is a valid word!

Scrabble 12 points
Words with Friends 15 points

Definition

adjective

inspiring mixed contempt and pity

Example: "their efforts were pathetic"
Synonyms:
adjective

bad; unfortunate

Example: "my finances were in a deplorable state"
adjective

deserving or inciting pity

Example: "a hapless victim"

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