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empathy

/ɛmˈpæθi/ noun · British & US
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What does empathy mean?

noun

The ability to share and understand another's feelings, or the quality of being able to imagine oneself in another's position.

Example

"She showed great empathy towards the homeless man, offering him food and shelter."

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