pitiful

pitiful - English Dictionary

[ adjective satellite ]
■ inspiring mixed contempt and pity
e.g.)
・pitiful exhibition of cowardice
→ pathetic , pitiable

[ adjective satellite ]
■ deserving or inciting pity
e.g.)
・a pitiful fate
→ hapless , miserable , misfortunate , pathetic , piteous , pitiable , poor , wretched

[ adjective satellite ]
■ bad
■ unfortunate
→ deplorable , distressing , lamentable , sad , sorry