Pity (noun)

1. A feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the suffering or misfortunes of others.
2. Compassion for the unfortunate.
3. The quality of being kind and showing compassion.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french pitet, from pitié, from latin pietas "piety", "compassion", from pius "pious".

Examples:

1. He felt pity for the homeless man.
2. She had pity for the sick dog.
3. The story evoked feelings of pity.
4. He couldn't help but feel pity for her.
5. She had no pity for the thief.