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pitiable
[ˈpɪt.i.ə.bəl]
adjective
deplorável
1.
Deserving or arousing pity; lamentable or contemptible
The pitiable condition of the refugees moved everyone to tears.
A condição deplorável dos refugiados comoveu a todos.
2.
Worthy of compassion due to being in a sad or unfortunate state
He made a pitiable attempt to defend himself in court.
Ele fez uma tentativa deplorável de se defender no tribunal.
Synonyms
pitiful
lamentable
deplorable
miserable
wretched
contemptible
pathetic
Antonyms
admirable
commendable
praiseworthy
respectable
enviable
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
deplorável
most common usage
General Brazilian
lamentável
alternative term
Portugal
deplorável
standard term
Portugal
miserável
alternative usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
a pitiable state
pitiable excuse
pitiable attempt
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