Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Pity.
How to pronounce pity:
US
Pity - as a noun
A feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others
Example: "The blind are too often objects of pity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commiserationpathosruthThe humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compassionPity - as a verb
Share the suffering of
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compassionatecondole withfeel forsympathize withHypernyms (Closely Related)
grievesorrowHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Pity - as an interjection
Short form of what a pity.
Example Sentences
"I felt pity for the homeless man on the street."
"She looked at him with pity in her eyes."
"The puppy's whimpering filled me with pity."
"He feels a great deal of pity for children in war-torn countries."
"There was no trace of pity in his voice."
Word Game Points
Is PITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pity is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is PITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is PITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pity is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.