English · Adjectives

compassionate

kəmˈpæʃənət

[kəmˈpæʃənət]

feeling sympathy for others

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Showing concern and kindness for those who suffer.

Example

The compassionate doctor comforted every patient.

The compassionate doctor comforted every patient.

Etymology

From 'compassion', from Latin 'compati' meaning 'to suffer with'.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes deeply caring, sympathetic people.

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