Posted by Dr. Bob on June 12, 2006, at 5:09:31
In reply to Re: capable of arousing compassion is good » Dr. Bob, posted by zazenduck on June 11, 2006, at 16:13:29
> > Arousing or capable of arousing sympathetic sadness and compassion: “The old, rather shabby room struck her as extraordinarily pathetic” (John Galsworthy).
Well, old and shabby isn't exactly a compliment. :-) Plus:
> > Sometimes these three terms connote contemptuous pity, as for what is hopelessly inept or inadequate: a school with pathetic academic standards.
Bob
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