pitiful
How many syllables in pitiful?
There are 3 syllables in the word pitiful.How to pronounce pitiful:
Synonyms for pitiful:
bad
contemptible
deplorable
despicable
disgusting
distressing
grievous
gut-wrenching
harrowing
heart-rending
heartbreaking
lame
lamentable
miserable
pathetic
piteous
pitiable
poor
sad
shameful
sorry
woeful
wretched
Antonyms for pitiful:
a cut above
a1
acceptable
accomplished
ace
admirable
admired
aesthetic
agreeable
aiding
alluring
amazing
amusing
appealing
applaudable
appropriate
arresting
assisting
astonishing
astounding
attractive
authentic
awe-inspiring
awesome
bad
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