C1nounpsychologyrelationships
US/ˈem.pə.θi/
UK/ˈem.pə.θi/
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person
In context
Good doctors combine medical knowledge with real empathy for their patients.
Reading novels may help children develop empathy for people unlike themselves.
She showed great empathy, listening to her colleague's problems without judging.
Words that go with empathy
noun + preposition
- empathy forVolunteering at the shelter gave him more empathy for homeless people.
- lack of empathyHis lack of empathy shocked the families of the victims.
verb + noun
- show empathyManagers who show empathy tend to keep their staff longer.
- feel empathyIt is hard to feel empathy for someone who never apologizes.
- develop empathyTeam sports can help children develop empathy and patience.
adjective + noun
- deep empathyThe film shows deep empathy for migrant workers far from home.