Empathetically: meaning, definitions and examples

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empathetically

 

[ ɛmˈpæθətɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in communication

Showing an ability to understand and share the feelings of another. It involves being sensitive, supportive, and compassionate towards others.

Synonyms

caringly, compassionately, sympathetically, understandingly

Examples of usage

  • She listened empathetically to her friend's problems.
  • He responded empathetically to her emotional story.
  • They communicated empathetically during the difficult conversation.
Context #2 | Adverb

in behavior

Acting in a way that shows understanding and consideration for others' emotions and feelings. It involves being responsive and supportive in interactions.

Synonyms

compassionately, sensitively, sympathetically, understandingly

Examples of usage

  • She behaved empathetically towards her colleagues during the crisis.
  • The teacher responded empathetically to the students' concerns.
  • His actions were empathetically driven by his concern for others.

Translations

Translations of the word "empathetically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 empaticamente

🇮🇳 सहानुभूतिपूर्वक

🇩🇪 einfühlsam

🇮🇩 dengan empati

🇺🇦 співчутливо

🇵🇱 empatycznie

🇯🇵 共感的に

🇫🇷 avec empathie

🇪🇸 empáticamente

🇹🇷 empatik olarak

🇰🇷 공감적으로

🇸🇦 بتعاطف

🇨🇿 empaticky

🇸🇰 empaticky

🇨🇳 同情地

🇸🇮 empatično

🇮🇸 með samúð

🇰🇿 эмпатиямен

🇬🇪 თანაგრძნობით

🇦🇿 empatiya ilə

🇲🇽 empáticamente

Etymology

The word 'empathetically' is derived from the term 'empathy', which comes from the German word 'Einfühlung' meaning 'in-feeling'. The concept of empathy, understanding, and sharing others' feelings has been essential in human interactions and relationships throughout history. The importance of empathy in communication and behavior has been recognized in various fields, including psychology, sociology, and philosophy.