English · Emotions & Feelings
sympathy
/ˈsɪm.pə.θi/
[/ˈsɪm.pə.θi/]
shared feeling of sorrow
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The feeling of understanding and sharing another person's sadness or trouble.
Example
She offered her sincere sympathy to the grieving family at the quiet funeral service.
She offered her sincere sympathy to the grieving family at the quiet funeral service.
Etymology
From Greek 'sympatheia', from 'syn' (together) and 'pathos' (feeling).
How & Where It’s Used
Expresses compassion for others' suffering, often in condolences.