Piteous (adjective)

1. Evoking feelings of pity or sadness; pitiable.
2. Feeling or showing pity; compassionate.
3. Pathetic; pitiful.

Origin:

The word piteous is derived from the old french word pité, which means pity. it is used to describe something that evokes feelings of pity or sadness.

Examples:

1. The sight of the homeless man was piteous.
2. She had a piteous expression on her face as she begged for help.
3. The piteous cries of the baby could not be ignored.
4. The piteous state of the abandoned dog broke our hearts.
5. The piteous condition of the refugees touched everyone's hearts.