English · Emotions & Feelings
empathic
/ɛmˈpæθ.ɪk/
[/ɛmˈpæθ.ɪk/]
showing empathy
Advancedadjective
Definition
Something empathic shows or relates to the ability to share another's feelings. An empathic response makes people feel understood.
Example
Her empathic tone put the nervous guest at ease.
Her empathic tone put the nervous guest at ease.
Etymology
From 'empathy', from Greek 'empatheia'.
How & Where It’s Used
A near-synonym of empathetic used in psychology and care.