pity — a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's misfortune
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's misfortune
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɪti/
Example Sentences
- The cat gave me such a pitiful look that I had to give it some food.
- It's a pity that the concert was cancelled due to rain.
- Stop having a pity party and do something about your problems!
pity
NOUN[/ˈpɪti/]
a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's misfortune
a feeling of sadness or sympathy for someone else's misfortune
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'pité' and Latin 'pietas' meaning dutiful conduct, loyalty, or compassion. The word evolved through Romance languages to mean sympathy or sorrow for another's suffering.
Breakdown
The word does not break down into clear morphemes in English; it entered as a complete unit from Old French 'pité' < Latin 'pietas' (piety, dutiful devotion)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cat gave me such a pitiful look that I had to give it some food.”
“It's a pity that the concert was cancelled due to rain.”
“Stop having a pity party and do something about your problems!”
“I don't want your pity; I want your respect.”
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