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sympathy

[sim-puh-thee] / ˈsɪm pə θi /
NOUN
shared feeling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
affinity understanding unity
STRONG
accord agreement alliance attraction commiseration concord congeniality connection correspondence harmony rapport union
WEAK
close relation fellow feeling mutual attraction mutual fondness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathy incompatibility misunderstanding
STRONG
antagonism disagreement discord divorce separation
WEAK
disdain indifference
NOUN
compassion for another
Synonyms
STRONGEST
compassion empathy kindness pity sensitivity understanding warmth
STRONG
cheer comfort commiseration condolence consolation encouragement feelings heart kindliness reassurance responsiveness rue ruth solace tenderness thoughtfulness warmheartedness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
annoyance cruelty discouragement harshness hatred meanness
WEAK
callousness disdain indifference mercilessness

Example Sentences

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After meeting Shell, Cipriani said he developed sympathy for the executive and “agreed to assist him—voluntarily and without compensation.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The children at Madrone Elementary School in Santa Rosa heard the news and were asked by their teacher to write notes of sympathy to the pupils of Pantglas Junior School.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Man, she wasn’t looking for any sympathy or anything.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The bank has now said after a review of Mr and Mrs Jansari's case the money had been reimbursed, adding it had "the utmost sympathy" for those who are targeted by criminals.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Americans felt sympathy and affection for the Garfield family.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow