Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
piti
Noun
ˈpē-tē
Definition
A feeling of deep sorrow or regret, often evoked by someone’s misfortune.
Examples
- She felt a deep sense of piti for the homeless man she saw on the street.
- The stories of the victims evoked a great piti among the community.
- His piti was apparent as he listened to her tale of loss.
Meaning
Piti refers to a sense of compassion or sympathy for someone who is suffering or in difficulty. It conveys an emotional response to the hardship of others.
Synonyms
- Compassion
- Sympathy
- Pity
- Commiseration
