zielig — meaning in English
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English meaning
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pathetic
adj Arousing pity or sadness.
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pitiful
adj So sad, weak, or inadequate that it arouses pity or contempt.
Senses
zielig is used for these senses in English:
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diddums
(UK) A term of commiseration to a child who has suffered a mildly painful situation.
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pathetic
Arousing pity, sympathy, or compassion; exciting pathos.
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pathetic
Arousing scorn or contempt, often due to miserable inadequacy.
pathetic — full definition
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adj Arousing pity or sadness.
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adj So inadequate or feeble as to be contemptible.
