PITIES Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

pities 1 of 2

noun

plural of pity

as in shames

a regrettable or blameworthy act it's a pity the woodchuck ate all the flowers after you put so much effort into the garden

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pities

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of pity

as in loves

to have sympathy for I always pity the people who have to work in this freezing weather

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Recent Examples of pities

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Love Story, by turns, elevates its lovers, pities them, humanizes them. —

Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 9 Mar. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pities

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Rarely do two such defining voices of the podcasting industry share the same stage, making this a truly unmissable moment for anyone who loves the art of the interview.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026
If your household is large and loves everything topped with a runny egg, look for a larger capacity pan that holds four or more at a time.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026