Definition and Synonyms for Sympathy

Definition of Sympathy

1. An inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion Noun
2. Sharing the feelings of others (especially feelings of sorrow or anguish) Noun
3. A relation of affinity or harmony between people; whatever affects one correspondingly affects the other Noun

sympathetic
Adjective
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2
1. expressing or feeling or resulting from sympathy or compassion or friendly fellow feelings; disposed toward
2. expressing or feeling or resulting from sympathy or compassion or friendly fellow feelings; disposed toward
sympathetic
Adjective Satellite
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1
1. having similar disposition and tastes
sympathise
Verb
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2
1. be understanding of
2. share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of
sympathize
Verb
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3
1. be understanding of
2. to feel or express sympathy or compassion
3. share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of

Words Rhyme with sympathy

Etymology for sympathy