sympathy (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪmpəθi/
Definition
Understanding and sharing the feelings of another person, especially sadness or sorrow.
Examples
He expressed his sympathy for the victims of the disaster.
She felt a deep sympathy for the struggling artist.
The community showed great sympathy towards the family after the fire.
How to Use sympathy
- sympathy for (prepositional phrase)
- A feeling of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune. — "She has a lot of sympathy for the homeless."
- in sympathy (prepositional phrase)
- Showing agreement or shared feeling. — "The workers went on strike in sympathy with their colleagues."
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