Empathizer: meaning, definitions and examples

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empathizer

 

[ ˈɛmpəˌθaɪzər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person who shows empathy

An empathizer is someone who has the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. They are often compassionate, caring, and sensitive to the emotions of those around them.

Synonyms

comforter, listener, supporter, sympathizer.

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Word Description / Examples
empathizer

Used to describe someone who genuinely understands and shares the feelings of another person.

  • She was a great empathizer, always knowing when her friends needed emotional support.
  • An empathizer can sense your emotions without you speaking.
sympathizer

Used for a person who feels pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune; often has a connotation of shared feelings of misfortune.

  • She found a sympathizer in her colleague, who also understood the struggles of the job.
  • Sympathizers gathered to support the cause of the flood victims.
comforter

Used when referring to someone who provides comfort or solace, especially in difficult or sad times.

  • After the bad news, he turned out to be a wonderful comforter, bringing peace and reassurance.
  • A good comforter can make you feel better with just a hug or kind words.
supporter

Used to describe someone who offers help, encouragement, or backing, especially in challenging situations.

  • He was her biggest supporter during her marathon training.
  • A true supporter stands by your side no matter what.
listener

Used when describing someone who pays attention and listens carefully to others, especially when they need to talk.

  • Being a good listener is crucial in building strong relationships.
  • She appreciated having a listener who would hear her out without judgment.

Examples of usage

  • Sarah is a natural empathizer, always knowing exactly how her friends are feeling.
  • Being an empathizer, John was able to comfort his colleague during a difficult time.
  • The role of an empathizer is crucial in creating a supportive and empathetic environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "empathizer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 empático

🇮🇳 सहानुभूति रखने वाला

🇩🇪 Empath

🇮🇩 empati

🇺🇦 емпат

🇵🇱 empata

🇯🇵 共感者 (きょうかんしゃ)

🇫🇷 empathique

🇪🇸 empático

🇹🇷 empati kuran

🇰🇷 공감하는 사람 (gonggam haneun saram)

🇸🇦 متعاطف

🇨🇿 empatický člověk

🇸🇰 empatický

🇨🇳 共情者 (gòngqíng zhě)

🇸🇮 empat

🇮🇸 samúðarmaður

🇰🇿 эмпат

🇬🇪 ემპათი

🇦🇿 empatik

🇲🇽 empático

Etymology

The term 'empathizer' originated from the word 'empathy', which was first introduced in the early 20th century by psychologists. It stems from the Greek word 'empatheia', meaning 'feeling into'. The concept of empathy has since evolved to describe the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. An empathizer plays a crucial role in fostering emotional connections and providing support in interpersonal relationships.

See also: empathetic, empathize, empathy.