Empathy Synonyms and Antonyms

ĕmpə-thē
Sympathetic, sad concern for someone in misfortune
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. pity
  2. commiseration
  3. compassion
  4. condolence
  5. sympathy
A very close understanding between persons
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. compassion
  2. pity
  3. insight
  4. sympathy
  5. understanding
  6. vicarious emotion
  7. caring
  8. rapport
  9. ruth
  10. sensitivity
Antonyms:
  1. unfeelingness
  2. misunderstanding
  3. apathy
The ability to identify with or understand another's situation or feelings:
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. pity

Words Related to Empathy

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Empathy Sentence Examples

  • She'd been incapable of empathy or remorse.

  • I did not have empathy for the characters.

  • The policewoman showed empathy with others.

  • It is important to be a good listener and show empathy with the individual's situation.

  • He needed to develop empathy skills.

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