compassion
/kəmˈpæʃ.ən/noun
Deep awareness of the suffering of others that people have to the point of them being motivated to relieve such states.
Example sentence
- “I admire your compassion.”
Featured as word of the day on May 16, 2028.
Related words
empathyIdentification with or understanding of the thoughts, feelings, or emotional state of another person.tenderSensitive or painful to the touch.kindnessThe state of being kind.affectionateHaving affection or warm regard; loving; fond.warmthA moderate degree of heat; the sensation of being warm.fulfilledEmotionally satisfied; feeling a sense of fulfilment.