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Meaning of sympathetically
The primary meaning of "sympathetically" is to show understanding and share feelings with someone.
Etymology of sympathetically
The word "sympathetically" originates from the Greek word "sympatheia," meaning "fellow feeling" or "community of feeling," which is a combination of "syn" (meaning "together") and "pathos" (meaning "feeling" or "suffering")
The term has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe a feeling of mutual understanding or shared emotion
Synonyms
compassionately
kindly
gently
tenderly
considerately
thoughtfully
carefully
delicately
humanely
mercifully
mildly
benevolently
generously
charitably
altruistically
unselfishly
selflessly
empathetically
understandingly
tolerantly
patiently
leniently
softly
quietly
peacefully
calmly
soothingly
comfortingly
reassuringly
supportively
helpfully
constructively
positively
optimistically
hopefully
encouragingly
upliftingly
inspiringly
sensitively
feelingly
warmly
cordially
amiably
affably
genially
hospitably
Definitions
- Feeling or showing sympathy, especially by sharing feelings or emotions
- * Having or showing a feeling of understanding or approval for something or someone
Usage Examples
- The doctor listened sympathetically to the patient's concerns about their diagnosis
- * The teacher spoke sympathetically to the student who was struggling with the coursework
- * The charity workers responded sympathetically to the needs of the disaster victims
Antonyms
unsympathetically
harshly
cruelly
heartlessly
ruthlessly
mercilessly
brutally
violently
aggressively
angrily
resentfully
bitterly
coldly
indifferently
apathetically
unconcernedly
carelessly
thoughtlessly
recklessly
heedlessly
brutally
savagely
ferociously
callously
inhumanely
unkindly
unfeelingly
uncharitably