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pathetically (adverb), more pathetically, most pathetically
Of, relating to, expressing, or arousing how pity, sympathy, or tenderness is expressed; inadequately; pitifully: During the basketball game, Sam was attempting pathetically to throw the ball through the basket!.

Little Kitty was crying so pathetically that it moved the tender emotions of pity, sorrow, and sympathy of her parents and made them shed many tears as well.