pathetic
adjectiveHow to pronounce pathetic:
Definition of pathetic:
- pathetic (adjective):
- arousing pity or sympathy
- deserving or inciting pity.
- having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
Synonyms for pathetic:
pitiablepoignantdisturbingsadpoormovingmiserabletouchingmeltingsorryShow 10 more
Antonyms for pathetic:
whimsicalmirthfulworthwhilegratifyingenjoyablejoyfulpleasantridiculousengagingludicrousShow 15 more
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