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Pathetic
Empathy Trigger![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Used when someone seems so helpless or unfortunate it makes you feel sorry for them. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/5nwq01d07Hf1LUNDidY13SCj2Lc.webp)
Not Disrespect![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Pathetic' can show sympathy without necessarily disrespecting someone's effort or situation. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/Dvs33wyV8hINsgY6siCxvLuAeKU.webp)
Observational Use![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Often used to describe appearance or expression that indicates suffering or sadness. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/mOi8QZwweCC98efB6pP0YKEaXxA.webp)