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empathy Definition and Meaning in English (empathy definition)

noun
Synonyms:understandingcompassionfellow feeling
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Empathy definition: Empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference, that is, the capacity to place oneself in another's position.

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Definitions of Empathy

  1. 1noun

    Empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference, that is, the capacity to place oneself in another's position.

Example Sentences

casual

“She showed great empathy towards the victims of the disaster.”

general

“Developing empathy is crucial for building strong relationships.”

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Inflected Word Forms

agent nounempath
adjectiveempathetic

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

show empathycollocation

To demonstrate understanding and sharing of another's feelings.

lack empathycollocation

To be unable or unwilling to understand or share the feelings of others.

Frequently Asked Questions: Empathy in English

What is the meaning of Empathy in English?▼
Empathy definition: Empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference, that is, the capacity to place oneself in another's position.
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'Empathy' translates to 'empathy' in English. Empathy definition: Empathy is the capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing from within their frame of reference, that is, the capacity to place oneself in another's position.
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