Meaning & Definition of word "Pathetically"

Pathetically

/pəˈθɛtɪkli/

1. In a manner that arouses pity or contempt; in a pathetic way.
- Example: She pathetically tried to defend her position despite the overwhelming evidence against her.
2. In a manner that is inadequate or unsuccessful.
- Example: The team pathetically failed to meet their sales targets this quarter.
3. In a manner that evokes sympathy.
- Example: He pathetically begged for another chance after his mistakes.
4. In a way that is mournful or dismal.
- Example: The movie ended pathetically, leaving the audience with a sense of despair.
5. In a way that suggests one is weak or lacking in worth.
- Example: The dog's pathetically wagging tail showed his eagerness for affection.

From the word 'pathetic' derived from Latin 'pathēticus' and Greek 'pathētikos', meaning 'capable of feeling' or 'emotional'.

that was pathetic:

a phrase used to describe something that is disappointing or inadequate.

pathetic excuse:

an excuse that is considered weak or inadequate.

pathetic:

arousing pity, especially through vulnerability or sadness.

pathos:

a quality that evokes pity or sadness.

Meaning: a term used to describe something seen as weak or ineffective.

Example Sentence: His attempt to lift weights was just pathetic.

Meaning: something that evokes laughter due to its weakness.

Example Sentence: Did you see that goal? It was so bad, it was basically pathetic.