pitifullest

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈpɪtɪfəlɪst/

KK: /ˈpɪtɪfəlɪst/

adjective

Definition

The most deserving of pity; extremely sad or unfortunate.

Example

The pitifullest sight was the abandoned puppy shivering in the cold.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: more pitiful

Superlative: pitifullest

Conversation

Did you see that movie last night?

Yeah, I did! I thought it was the pitifullest attempt at a comedy I've ever seen.

I couldn't believe how bad the jokes were!

Right? It was just so disappointing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

wretched

deplorable

dismal

Antonyms

magnificent

wonderful

uplifting

Root Explanation

Pitifullest → It is formed from "piti" (from Old French *pitié*, meaning pity or compassion) and "-ful" (meaning full of) and "-est" (a superlative suffix indicating the highest degree). The word "pitifullest" means the most full of pity or compassion.