Pathetically and Plaintively

Pathetically

Pathetically adverb - In a manner arousing sympathy and compassion.
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Plaintively and pathetically are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Plaintively" instead an adverb "Pathetically".

Nearby Words: pathetic, pathetics

Plaintively

Plaintively adverb - With feelings of bitterness or grief.

Pathetically and plaintively are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pathetically" instead an adverb "Plaintively".

Nearby Words: plaintive, plaint
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