What does pitifully mean?
Pitifully means In a pitiful manner..
Pitifully
Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb
Meaning
In a pitiful manner..
Example Sentences
The coral faded even from her lips, till they were as white as Leo's face, and quivered pitifully.
Synonyms for pitifully
Antonyms for pitifully
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Word Forms
- more pitifully
- most pitifully
Usage Notes
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How do you use pitifully in a sentence?
The coral faded even from her lips, till they were as white as Leo's face, and quivered pitifully.
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