B2
empathetic vs sympathetic
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| empatheticadjective/ˌem.pəˈθet.ɪk/ | Meaning able to understand and share what other people feel | Goes with — | Example A good nurse is kind and empathetic with patients. |
| sympatheticadjective/ˌsɪm.pəˈθet.ɪk/ | Meaning showing that you understand and care about someone's problems | Goes with sympathetic ear | Example Many voters are sympathetic to the idea of a shorter working week. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
A good nurse is kind and with patients.