English · Emotions & Feelings
pity
ˈpɪti
[ˈpɪti]
sympathy for suffering
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A feeling of sorrow caused by another's misfortune.
Example
She felt pity for the stray dog.
She felt pity for the stray dog.
Etymology
From Old French 'pite', from Latin 'pietas' meaning 'piety, compassion'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names sorrowful sympathy for another's troubles.