Meaning
A feeling of sympathy at the misfortune or suffering of someone or something.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English pitye, pitie, pittye, pitee, pite, from Anglo-Norman pité, pittee etc., from Old French pitet, pitié, from Latin pietās. See also the doublets pietà and piety.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles: