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pityingly

/ˈpɪt.i.ɪŋ.li/
pit · y · ing · ly
Adjective:pitying
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• adverb

1

In a manner that expresses or shows sorrow, sympathy, or compassion for the suffering or misfortune of another, sometimes with a trace of condescension.

Example

"She looked at the lost, shivering puppy pityingly before wrapping it in her warm coat."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Depending on context, "pityingly" can express genuine, tender compassion or a patronizing sense of superiority toward someone perceived as pathetic or unfortunate.

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