Pities Meaning in English
word · lemma: pity
Definition
'Pities' is the third person singular form of 'pity'; it means to feel sorry for someone or to feel compassion for their suffering.
Usage & Nuances
'Pities' is a formal and somewhat old-fashioned verb form, mostly appearing in written English and stories. Common pattern: 'He/she pities someone.' Not used for self-pity. Do not confuse with 'pitied' (past tense) or 'pity' as a noun.
Example Sentences
She pities the stray dogs in her neighborhood.
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He pities anyone who has to work on weekends.
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She always pities her classmates when they get bad grades.
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Everyone thinks she’s strict, but actually, she pities people who are lazy.
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He barely knows her, but somehow he pities her situation.
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Whenever he sees someone alone at lunch, he secretly pities them.
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