Sympathy
(noun)
- Feeling of pity or sorrow for the suffering or misfortunes of others.
- Feeling of compassion or understanding for the feelings or circumstances of others.
- Feeling of concern or support for the well-being of others.
- Feeling of shared emotions or experiences with others.
- Feeling of agreement or understanding with the opinions or actions of others.
Origin:
From middle english sympathie, from old french sympathie, from latin sympathia, from ancient greek συμπάθεια (sumpátheia, "affinity, harmony, agreement, sympath.y")
Examples:
- He expressed his sympathy for the victims of the accident.
- She showed sympathy towards the refugees.
- The letter was a expression of sympathy.
- The family members had sympathy for each other.
- The public showed sympathy for the orphan.