pitiful
/ˈpɪtɪfəl/
pit · i · ful
ˈpɪt · ɪ · fəl
English Definition
adj. deserving or causing feelings of pity
Significado en Español
lamentable, lastimoso
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đáng thương, tội nghiệp
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the best synonym for the word “pitiful”:
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A
pathetic
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B
admirable
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C
impressive
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D
commendable
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A — pathetic.
“pitiful” means adj. deserving or causing feelings of pity
Common questions about “pitiful”
What does “pitiful” mean?
pitiful — adj. deserving or causing feelings of pity. In Chinese: 可怜的.
How do you pronounce “pitiful”?
pitiful is pronounced /ˈpɪtɪfəl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: pit · i · ful.
Is “pitiful” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. pitiful appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
