pitying

adjective

pity·​ing ˈpi-tē-iŋ How to pronounce pitying (audio)
: expressing or feeling pity
pityingly adverb

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pitying was in 1589

Dictionary Entries Near pitying

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“Pitying.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pitying. Accessed 24 Mar. 2023.

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