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sympathy

[sim-puh-thee] / ˈsɪm pə θi /
NOUN
shared feeling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
affinity understanding unity
STRONG
accord agreement alliance attraction commiseration concord congeniality connection correspondence harmony rapport union
WEAK
close relation fellow feeling mutual attraction mutual fondness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathy incompatibility misunderstanding
STRONG
antagonism disagreement discord divorce separation
WEAK
disdain indifference
NOUN
compassion for another
Synonyms
STRONGEST
compassion empathy kindness pity sensitivity understanding warmth
STRONG
cheer comfort commiseration condolence consolation encouragement feelings heart kindliness reassurance responsiveness rue ruth solace tenderness thoughtfulness warmheartedness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
annoyance cruelty discouragement harshness hatred meanness
WEAK
callousness disdain indifference mercilessness

Example Sentences

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Some locals speculate that the Sconset homeowners might have staged the vandalism themselves to gain sympathy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

While Australian Day criticised Woods' actions, the 38-year-old said he also has sympathy for him.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Man, she wasn’t looking for any sympathy or anything.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

They added: "I have sympathy for the change of ownership point, but it's hardly a deterrent if you can sell before you get caught... some actual transfer ban would have been appropriate."

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

They found no sympathy for the misery and terror they’d endured at sea, no appreciation for the fact that they’d kept their heads under fire and prevented a catastrophic war.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin