pity Definition
- 1the feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the suffering and misfortunes of others
- 2something that is regrettable or disappointing
Using pity: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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I felt pity for the homeless man on the street.
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It's a pity that she couldn't come to the party.
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He looked at her with pity in his eyes.
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The poor dog was in such a state of pity.
pity Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for pity
Phrases with pity
Example
The kind woman took pity on the lost child and helped him find his way home.
a crying shame/pity
something that is very unfortunate or regrettable
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It's a crying shame that so many people are still living in poverty.
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The ruthless dictator had no pity for those who opposed him.
Origins of pity
from Old French 'pité', from Latin 'pietas', meaning 'dutiful conduct'
Summary: pity in Brief
The term 'pity' [ˈpɪti] refers to the feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the suffering and misfortunes of others. It can also denote something that is regrettable or disappointing, as in 'It's a pity that she couldn't come to the party.' 'Pity' is often expressed through phrases like 'take pity on someone,' and can be contrasted with negative emotions like envy and jealousy.
