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pitiful
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Definitions

  1. 1. pitiful
  2. 2. unfortunate
  3. 3. unpardonable
This expression is used to express sympathy or pity toward someone in an unfortunate situation, similar to saying "what a shame" or "I feel sorry for them." It reflects a feeling of compassion for another person's hardship or misfortune.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

When I heard him say "All that effort was for nothing," I felt terrible for him.

Sentence 2

Some people laughed at her failure — it was painful to watch.

Sentence 3

He apparently lost his voice from a fever. I felt so bad for him.

Sentence 4

Why was he the only one whose rating dropped? That's so unfair!

Sentence 5

When he said "My boss won't stand up for me," I couldn't help but feel for him.