Meaning Of The Word Pathetic

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What's The Definition Of Pathetic?

pathetic
adjective: If you describe a person or animal as pathetic, you mean that they are sad and weak or helpless, and they make you feel very sorry for them.

pathetic in American English
expressing, arousing, or intended to arouse pity, sorrow, sympathy, or compassion; pitiful
adjective: causing or evoking pity, sympathetic sadness, sorrow, etc.; pitiful; pitiable

pathetic in British English
adjective: evoking or expressing pity, sympathy, etc
plural noun: pathetic sentiments

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