oory

/ˈɔri/ OR /ˈɔriː/

Definitions

1. adjective

feeling or showing pity or sorrow

“She looked oory when she heard the news about her friend.”

2. noun

an expression of pity or sympathy

“The oory in her eyes conveyed how much she cared.”

3. verb

to feel or express pity or sympathy

“She ooryed for the family who lost their home in the fire.”

Synonyms

  • piteous
  • pitiful
  • sympathetic

Antonyms

  • heartless
  • insensitive