pitier

[ pit-ee-er ]

noun

1. a person who pities.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pitier¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; pity + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Pitier of the orphan, God of the widow, cause us to share Thy pity and become Thy messengers of tenderness in our small measure.

From Project Gutenberg

A pitier and sympathizer may be very distant, and his aid may reach us over the abysses.

From Project Gutenberg

The "self-pitier," the "self-indulgent," the "fearful" also had better stay at home.

From Project Gutenberg