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- Dictionarypit·y/ˈpidē/
noun
- 1. the feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the suffering and misfortunes of others: "her voice was full of pity" Similar Opposite
- 2. a cause for regret or disappointment: "what a pity we can't be friends" Similar
verb
- 1. feel sorrow for the misfortunes of: "Clare didn't know whether to envy or pity them"
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Pity is a noun or verb that means sympathetic sorrow for someone's misery or distress, or something to be regretted. Learn the synonyms, examples, history, and usage of pity from the authoritative Merriam-Webster dictionary.
Pity is a noun or verb that means feeling sadness or sympathy for someone else's unhappiness or bad situation. It can also mean a cause for regret or disappointment. Learn more about pity with examples, synonyms and translations.
If you feel pity, you feel sympathy for someone else's suffering. A documentary on prisoners who have been wrongfully convicted might make you feel pity for them. Use pity as a noun or a verb.
Pity definition: sympathetic or kindly sorrow evoked by the suffering, distress, or misfortune of another, often leading one to give relief or aid or to show mercy. See examples of PITY used in a sentence.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation, and usage of the word pity as a noun and a verb. Find out the difference between pity and sympathy, and see how to express pity in various contexts and idioms.
[uncountable] a sad feeling caused by the pain and troubles of others. I took pity on her and lent her the money. (formal) I beg you to have pity on him. I don't want your pity. a look/feeling/surge of pity. pity for somebody/something I could only feel pity for what they were enduring. He had no pity for her. Extra Examples. Topics Feelings c1.
PITY definition: 1. used to say that something is disappointing: 2. a feeling of sympathy for someone: 3. to feel…. Learn more.
