How to pronounce "sympathetic"?
sympathetic
adjective
How to pronounce sympathetic?
The word sympathetic sounds like sym-pa-thet-ic
/,sɪmpə'θɛtɪk/
What is the definition of sympathetic?
adjective(of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings
Examples
- the sympathetic characters in the play
adjectiverelating to vibrations that occur as a result of vibrations in a nearby body
Examples
- sympathetic vibration
adjectiveshowing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
Examples
- sympathetic words
adjectiveexpressing or feeling or resulting from sympathy or compassion or friendly fellow feelings; disposed toward
Examples
- sympathetic to the students' cause
- a sympathetic observer
- a sympathetic gesture
adjectivehaving similar disposition and tastes
Examples
- with their many similar tastes, he found her a most sympathetic companion
adjectiveof or relating to the sympathetic nervous system
Examples
- sympathetic neurons
- sympathetic stimulation
What is the definition of the word 'sympathetic'?
- feeling or showing sympathy; understanding and supportive
What is the part of speech of the word 'sympathetic'?
- adjective
Can you provide synonyms of 'sympathetic'?
- compassionate
- empathetic
- caring
- kind
- considerate
Can you provide antonyms of 'sympathetic'?
- unsympathetic
- indifferent
- cold
- heartless
- uncaring
How is 'sympathetic' pronounced?
- /sɪmˈpəθɛtɪk/
What is the origin of the word 'sympathetic'?
- The word 'sympathetic' originated from the Greek word 'sympatheia', meaning 'fellow feeling, affinity'.
What are some related words to 'sympathetic'?
- compassion
- empathy
- supportive
- understanding
- sensitive
Can you use 'sympathetic' in a sentence?
- She was very sympathetic towards his situation and offered her help.
Is 'sympathetic' a common word?
- Yes, 'sympathetic' is a common word.
Can you provide an example of an idiomatic expression using the word 'sympathetic'?
- 'Shoulder to cry on' is an idiomatic expression that conveys a sympathetic listener or supporter.
