01 a. Having a temper or disposition to pity; sympathetic; merciful.
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1.
Having a temper or disposition to pity; sympathetic; merciful.“There never was any heart truly great and generous, that was not also tender and compassionate.” — South.
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2.
Complaining; inviting pity; pitiable.[R.]
Syn.
Sympathizing; tender; merciful; pitiful.