Pathetically Definition & Meaning
pathetically
- adverb
- in a manner arousing sympathy and compassion; "the sick child cried pathetically"
- arousing scornful pity; "they had pathetically little money"; "it was pathetically bad"
Words that rhyme with pathetically
Usage tips for "pathetically"
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