pity

noun B2

Meaning

Pity refers to a feeling of sorrow or compassion for someone else's misfortune or suffering.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "pity" with "sympathy," as pity often implies a sense of superiority over the person suffering.

Example Sentences

Is it a pity that we missed the concert yesterday ?
It is a pity that she missed the important meeting today .
It is a pity that the project was delayed unexpectedly .
It's a pity you can't come to the party tonight .

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