pitiably

/ˈpɪtiəbli/
adverb
  1. In a way that deserves or causes pity; pathetically.
    • He performed pitiably in the final exam, failing every section.
    • The old dog limped pitiably down the street.
    • The child cried pitiably after losing her favorite toy.
  2. To a very small or inadequate degree; woefully.
    • The amount of food they donated was pitiably small.
    • The company's efforts to reduce pollution were pitiably weak.
    • She was pitiably unprepared for the interview.
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