Definition of piteous

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  • piteous is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • piteous is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • piteous is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of piteous

  • deserving or inciting pity (adjective)

    Examples

    1. piteous appeals for help

    Synonyms

    1. hapless
    2. miserable
    3. misfortunate
    4. pathetic
    5. pitiable
    6. pitiful
    7. poor
    8. wretched

See definition of piteous in Merriam Webster