Definition of Sympathetic
Sympathetic
sym·pa·thet·ic


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
arising from feelings of sympathy: compassion, friendliness, or sensitivity to others' emotions;

e.g. She was a sympathetic character and the audience wanted her to win.

(adjective)
favorably inclined or understanding another's position;

e.g. He was sympathetic to his employees suggestions because they worked on the front lines.

(adjective)
of or relating to the sympathetic nervous system;

e.g. His sympathetic side seemed to fracture when deciding whether to fight or flee the situation.



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  • someone’s heart goes out to someone



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