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PITEOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Piteous.

How to pronounce piteous:

US

Piteous - as an adjective satellite

Deserving or inciting pity

Example: "A hapless victim"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hapless12miserable13misfortunatepathetic15pitiable12pitiful12poor6wretched17

Piteous - as an adjective

Provoking pity, compassion, or sympathy.

Showing devotion to god.

Showing compassion.

Of little importance or value.

Example Sentences

"Her piteous cries for help went unanswered."
"The refugees had a piteous look of desperation in their eyes."
"He told a piteous tale of his hardships and losses."
"The injured dog let out a piteous whimper."
"The abandoned kitten made a piteous mewing sound."
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Word Game Points

Is PITEOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, piteous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PITEOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is PITEOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, piteous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PITEOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is PITEOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, piteous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PITEOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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