Meaning & Definition of word "Pity"

Pity

/ˈpɪti/

1. The feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the suffering and misfortunes of others.
- Example: She felt a deep pity for the homeless man sitting on the street.
2. A cause of regret or disappointment.
- Example: It's a pity that the concert was canceled due to the weather.

1. To feel sorrow or compassion for someone.
- Example: I pity those who have to endure such hardships.
2. To feel regret or disappointment about something.
- Example: I pity the situation and hope it improves soon.

●From Middle English 'pite', from Old French 'pitié', from Latin 'pietatem' which means 'piety, duty, compassion'.

It's a pity:

An expression used to show regret about a situation.

Take pity on:

To show kindness or compassion towards someone.

Pity party:

A gathering or situation where people express self-pity.

compassion:

Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.

empathy:

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Meaning: To express fake concern or insincere sympathy.

● Example Sentence: He just gave her pity party vibes.

Meaning: To dismiss someone's feelings as trivial.

● Example Sentence: Don't pity me; I can handle this on my own.