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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

compassion

/kəmˈpæʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does compassion mean?

noun

The feeling of wanting to help someone who is sick, hurt, or very unhappy. A feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for someone or something.

Example

"She showed great compassion to the homeless people in the city."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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