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pathetically

/pəˈθet.ɪ.kli/
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Adjective:pathetic
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pathetically Lexical Profile

pathetically Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

To a miserably inadequate, feeble, or contemptibly low degree.

Example

"The turnout for the evening committee meeting was pathetically small."

2

In a manner that arouses pity, sadness, or compassion, especially due to vulnerability or helplessness.

Example

"The stray dog whimpered pathetically outside the back door during the rainstorm."

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• Rhymes for pathetically

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pathetically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pathetically
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