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pa·thet·ic

pathetic

 
 
pronunciation:
p the tihk
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part of speech: adjective
definition: causing feelings of pity or sorrow.
The limping dog was a pathetic sight.
synonyms:
moving, pitiful
similar words:
distressing, sad, wretched
derivation: pathetically (adv.)
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