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PATHETIC

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Pathetic.

How to pronounce pathetic:

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Pathetic - as an adjective satellite

Deserving or inciting pity

Example: "A hapless victim"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hapless12miserable13misfortunatepiteous9pitiable12pitiful12poor6wretched17

Inspiring mixed contempt and pity

Example: "Their efforts were pathetic"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pitiable12pitiful12

Inspiring scornful pity

Example: "How silly an ardent and unsuccessful wooer can be especially if he is getting on in years"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ridiculous13silly8

Pathetic - as an adjective

Arousing pity, sympathy, or compassion.

Example: "The child’s pathetic pleas for forgiveness stirred the young man’s heart."

Arousing scornful pity or contempt, often due to miserable inadequacy.

Example: "You can't even run two miles? that’s pathetic."

Expressing or showing anger; passionate.

Trochlear.

Example Sentences

"His attempts at dancing were pathetic."
"The movie was a pathetic attempt at a comedy."
"She made a pathetic excuse for not finishing her homework."
"The team's performance was pathetic and disappointing."
"The little dog looked so pathetic with its injured paw."
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Word Game Points

Is PATHETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pathetic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PATHETIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PATHETIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pathetic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATHETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PATHETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pathetic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATHETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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