sympathize

[ˈsɪmpəθaɪz]

sympathize Definition

  • 1to feel sorry for someone's problems and feel sadness for them
  • 2to agree with or support a person or group because you have similar beliefs or experiences

Using sympathize: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sympathize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I sympathize with your situation.

  • Example

    I can sympathize with how you feel.

  • Example

    She sympathized with the workers' demands.

  • Example

    He doesn't sympathize with the protesters.

sympathize Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for sympathize

Phrases with sympathize

  • sympathize with someone's pain

    to feel and express sorrow or pity for someone who is experiencing physical or emotional pain

    Example

    I sympathize with your pain and hope you feel better soon.

  • to understand and share someone's opinions or beliefs

    Example

    As someone who has experienced discrimination, I can sympathize with your point of view.

  • to feel and express compassion for someone who is in a difficult or challenging situation

    Example

    I sympathize with your situation and want to help in any way I can.

Origins of sympathize

from Greek 'syn-' meaning 'together' + 'pathos' meaning 'feeling'

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Summary: sympathize in Brief

The verb 'sympathize' [ˈsɪmpəθaɪz] means to feel sorry for someone's problems and feel sadness for them or to agree with or support a person or group because you have similar beliefs or experiences. It can be used in phrases like 'sympathize with someone's pain' or 'sympathize with someone's point of view.'

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