compassionate

/kəmˈpæʃənət/
adjective
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Definition

1

Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others, especially those who are suffering

The compassionate nurse spent extra time with her patients, listening to their worries and fears.

2

Willing to help those in need, and treating them with kindness and understanding

The community came together to support the homeless, showing a compassionate side to the city.

Synonyms

empatheticFocuses more on understanding and sharing the feelings of others kindA more general term for being gentle and considerate, but may not always imply a deep emotional connection sympatheticSimilar to compassionate, but may not necessarily involve taking action to help

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