pitiably

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Definitions of pitiably word

adjective pitiably evoking or deserving pity; lamentable: pitiable, homeless children. 1
adjective pitiably evoking or deserving contemptuous pity; miserable; contemptible: a pitiable lack of character. 1

before 1425

One of the 25% oldest English words

1425-75; late Middle English < Old French piteable, equivalent to pite(er) to pity + -able -able

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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