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Empathize

Verb / ˈempʌˌθaɪz / Another word for empathize — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To understand and share the feelings of another person.

Synonyms & similar words

understand sympathise empathise sympathize understand relate connect identify commiserate sympathize pity appreciate acknowledge share sense

Example sentences

  1. I always try to empathize with my sister when she is going through a tough time.
  2. It's important to empathize with others to build strong relationships.
  3. I find it easier to empathize with people when I have experienced something similar.
  4. Sometimes it's hard to empathize with someone when you don't understand their perspective.
  5. I appreciate when people take the time to empathize with me when I am feeling down.

Quotes

  • Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another, and feeling with the heart of another. - Alfred Adler
  • Empathy is the starting point for creating a community and taking action. It's the impetus for creating change. - Max Carver
  • Empathy is a tool for building people into groups, for allowing us to function as more than self-obsessed individuals. - Neil Gaiman

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