word
Sympathetic
Sih-mpuh-THEH-tihk
/ˌsɪmpʌˈθɛtɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
sympathetic
Dictionary meaning
Relating to vibrations that occur as a result of vibrations in a nearby body.
Examples
- Sympathetic vibration.
- With our many similar tastes, I found you a most sympathetic companion.
Synonyms: harmonic
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