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/
Korean meaning: 불쌍히 여기는 마음, 동정심
Korean pronunciation: **피**티
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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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.
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“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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