Synonyms for

Pathetically

Verb / pʌˈθetɪkʌli: / / pʌˈθetɪkli: / Another word for pathetically — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a way that is miserably inadequate; so as to arouse pity or contempt.

Synonyms & similar words

pitiably pitifully miserably wretchedly sadly regretfully shamefully hopelessly helplessly deplorably dismally dejectedly desolately disastrously disappointingly dishearteningly dispiritingly lamentably unfortunately unhappy unsuccessfully

Example sentences

  1. He pathetically begged for another chance.
  2. The kitten pathetically meowed for food.
  3. She pathetically tried to fix the broken vase.
  4. The actor pathetically attempted to sing.
  5. He pathetically failed the test again.

Quotes

  • 'I have pathetically few friends left. I must make sure that they are made aware of my love and respect.' - Christopher Hitchens
  • 'When you're young, you think everything you do might be the last time you do it. And it is. But you go on doing it anyway. Pathetically.' - Robin Williams
  • 'We are all pathetically anxious to be beyond the strength of our own intellects.' - James Baldwin

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