Definition: In a way that is sharp or intense, often causing discomfort or strong feelings.

Example: The singer's voice rang piercingly through the quiet hall, capturing everyone's attention.

Definition: In a way that is greedy or selfish, similar to how a pig might behave.

Example: He ate his dinner piggishly, leaving nothing for anyone else.

Definition: A feeling of annoyance or resentment caused by a perceived slight or insult.

Example: She felt a sense of pique when her ideas were ignored in the meeting.

Definition: To stimulate interest or curiosity in someone; to provoke a feeling of annoyance or resentment.

Example: The unexpected news piqued her interest in the project.

Definition: Causing feelings of sadness or compassion; deserving pity.

Example: The piteous cries of the abandoned puppy made everyone feel sorry for it.

Definition: In a way that shows great sadness or suffering; in a manner that evokes pity.

Example: The dog looked at me piteously, hoping for some food.

Definition: The state of being deserving pity or compassion due to suffering or misfortune.

Example: The piteousness of the stray dog moved everyone who saw it.

Definition: Describing something that is weak or lacking in substance and strength.

Example: The speech was pithless, failing to inspire the audience.

Definition: Causing feelings of sadness or compassion because of being in a bad situation or being inadequate.

Example: The pitiable condition of the abandoned puppy made everyone feel sorry for it.

Definition: A state or condition that is deserving of pity or sympathy.

Example: The pitiableness of the situation moved everyone to help.

Definition: In a way that causes pity or sadness; deserving sympathy or compassion.

Example: The dog looked at me pitiably, hoping for some food.