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Meaning of feel sorry for
The primary meaning of "feel sorry for" is to experience regret or sympathy for someone or something.
Etymology of feel sorry for
The phrase "feel sorry for" originates from the Old English word "sorg" meaning sorrow or grief, and the Old English word "fēlan" meaning to feel
The modern English phrase has evolved to convey a sense of sympathy, regret, or compassion towards someone or something
Synonyms
sympathize with
pity
empathize with
commiserate with
condole with
regret
lament
grieve
mourn
regret
feel for
feel bad for
have a pang of sorrow for
be distressed by
be saddened by
be disheartened by
have compassion for
have mercy on
have pity on
take pity on
feel compassion for
be sorry for
apologize for
excuse
forgive
absolve
acquit
pity
console
solace
comfort
soothe
alleviate
mitigate
feel regret for
feel remorse for
feel guilty about
feel ashamed of
feel embarrassed about
Definitions
- To feel regret or sympathy for someone or something because they are unhappy, unfortunate, or unsuccessful
- * To wish that something had not happened or was not true because it is unpleasant or unfortunate
Usage Examples
- I feel sorry for people who have lost their homes in the natural disaster
- * She feels sorry for her friend who is going through a tough time
- * He felt sorry for himself after losing his job