empathetic (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɛmpəˈθɛtɪk/

Definition

Having the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

Examples

• The empathetic teacher always knew how to comfort her students when they were upset.

• His empathetic response to her sadness made her feel truly heard and supported.

• Nurses often need to be highly empathetic to connect with patients and their families.

Synonyms of empathetic

Words with a similar meaning to empathetic:

• caring
• sympathetic
• understanding
• compassionate
• perceptive

Antonyms of empathetic

Words with the opposite meaning to empathetic:

• apathetic
• indifferent
• callous

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