Synonyms of piteous

piteous

adjective

as in pitiful

deserving of one's pity

a piteous beggar huddled in the doorway of an abandoned building

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pitiful
• pathetic
• poor
• wretched
• miserable
• sorry
• pitiable
• sad
• rueful
• horrible
• disturbing
• terrible
• mournful
• heartbreaking
• lamentable
• heartrending
• impressive
• deplorable
• emotional
• regrettable
• awful
• inspiring
• poignant
• sorrowful
• distressing
• touching
• moving
• stirring
• grievous
• affecting
• woeful
• upsetting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unimpressive
• uninspiring