Pathetical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pəˈθɛtɪkl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Pathetical is an adjective meaning (now archaic) Arousing sympathy; pathetic.
Meaning
(now archaic) Arousing sympathy; pathetic.
More Meanings
- Arising from strong emotion; passionate.
Example Sentences
Not Hermes Prolocutor to the Gods, Could vſe perſwaſions more pathetical.
Theseus at the first sight of Helen was so besotted, that he esteemed himself the happiest man in the world if he might enjoy her, and to that purpose kneeled down, and made his pathetical prayers unto the gods.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pathetick, pathetique, pathetisad, piteous, pitifull, pitysome.
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