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pitied

 

[ ˈpɪt.id ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

showing compassion

The term 'pitied' is the past tense of the verb 'pity'. It refers to the feeling of sorrow and compassion for someone else's misfortune, suffering, or pain. When someone is pitied, it often implies that they are regarded as unfortunate or in a less favorable situation, eliciting feelings of empathy. The act of pitying can be a response to various life situations, from illness to social injustice.

Synonyms

compassionated, condoled, sympathized

Examples of usage

  • She pitied the homeless man on the street.
  • He was pitied for his unfortunate accident.
  • They pitied the victims of the disaster.

Translations

Translations of the word "pitied" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compadecido

🇮🇳 दया की

🇩🇪 mitgefühl

🇮🇩 kasihan

🇺🇦 помилував

🇵🇱 zlitowany

🇯🇵 憐れんだ

🇫🇷 plaint

🇪🇸 compadecido

🇹🇷 acıdım

🇰🇷 동정했다

🇸🇦 شعر بالأسف

🇨🇿 litoval

🇸🇰 ľutoval

🇨🇳 感到遗憾

🇸🇮 sočutje

🇮🇸 syrgð

🇰🇿 қайыршылық

🇬🇪 გული უგრძნო

🇦🇿 rəhm etdi

🇲🇽 compadecido

Etymology

The word 'pity' originates from the Middle English 'pite' which was derived from the Old French 'pitié', which in turn comes from the Latin 'pietatem', meaning 'piety' or 'dutiful conduct'. Historically, the concept encompassed feelings of respect and reverence, transitioning over time to incorporate a sense of compassion for the suffering of others. In literature and philosophy, pity has been explored as both a moral response and a form of human connection, influencing various works across cultures. Despite its somewhat negative connotation in contemporary usage—sometimes being viewed as condescending—the act of pitying reflects a deep-seated human awareness of suffering that has persisted through ages, embodied in countless narratives and teachings.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,963, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.