PATHETIC
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Pathetic.
How to pronounce pathetic:
US
Pathetic - as an adjective satellite
Deserving or inciting pity
Example: "A hapless victim"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
haplessmiserablemisfortunatepiteouspitiablepitifulpoorwretchedInspiring mixed contempt and pity
Example: "Their efforts were pathetic"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pitiablepitifulInspiring scornful pity
Example: "How silly an ardent and unsuccessful wooer can be especially if he is getting on in years"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ridiculoussillyPathetic - 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."
Word Game Points
Is PATHETIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pathetic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordPATHETIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is PATHETIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pathetic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPATHETIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
