What does "pathetically" mean?

In a pathetic manner; piteously.

How do you pronounce "pathetically"?

Pronounced //pəˈθɛtɪkli//.

Common synonyms include: absurdly, agonizingly, distressingly, excruciatingly, grievously, inadequately.

/pəˈθɛtɪkli/ adv

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Adverb

Adverb

"My children make pathetically sincere efforts to get up early."

From pathetic + -ally.