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Sympathetically: meaning, definitions and examples

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sympathetically

 

[ ˌsɪm.pəˈθet.ɪ.kəl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

showing compassion or understanding

In a sympathetic manner; showing empathy or understanding towards someone's feelings or situation.

Synonyms

compassionately, empathetically, understandingly

Examples of usage

  • She listened sympathetically as he poured out his heart.
  • The teacher smiled sympathetically at the student struggling with the assignment.
Context #2 | Adverb

supporting or approving of someone or something

In a supportive or approving manner; showing agreement or favor towards someone or something.

Synonyms

approvingly, favorably, supportively

Examples of usage

  • The manager nodded sympathetically at the employee's request for time off.
  • The audience clapped sympathetically at the end of the performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "sympathetically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com simpatia

🇮🇳 सहानुभूतिपूर्वक (sahanubhutipūrvak)

🇩🇪 mitfühlend

🇮🇩 dengan simpati

🇺🇦 співчутливо

🇵🇱 ze współczuciem

🇯🇵 同情的に (dōjō-teki ni)

🇫🇷 avec sympathie

🇪🇸 con simpatía

🇹🇷 sempatik bir şekilde

🇰🇷 동정적으로 (dongjeongjeog-eulo)

🇸🇦 بتعاطف (bitaeatif)

🇨🇿 soucitně

🇸🇰 súcitne

🇨🇳 同情地 (tóngqíng de)

🇸🇮 sočutno

🇮🇸 með samúð

🇰🇿 жанашырлықпен

🇬🇪 თანაგრძნობით (tanagzromit)

🇦🇿 şəfqətlə

🇲🇽 con simpatía

Word origin

The word 'sympathetically' originates from the Middle French word 'sympathique', which comes from the Late Latin 'sympatheticus' meaning 'having fellow feeling'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to express understanding, compassion, and support towards others.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,952, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.