word
Empathetic
Eh-mpuh-THEH-tihk
/ˌɛmpʌˈθɛtɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
empathetic
Dictionary meaning
Showing empathy or ready comprehension of others' states.
Examples
- A sensitive and empathetic school counselor.
Synonyms: empathic
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