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Another word for empathy

empathy Synonyms

empathy

n.

vicarious emotion, insight, understanding, compassion; see pity 1.

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Another word for empathy

noun

Sympathetic, sad concern for someone in misfortune:
commiseration, compassion, condolence, pity, sympathy. See pity
A very close understanding between persons:
sympathy. See connect, love, understand

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I did not have empathy for the characters.
The policewoman showed empathy with others.
He needed to develop empathy skills.
It is important to be a good listener and show empathy with the individual's situation.
He had empathy with small children.

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