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sympathetic

/sɪmˈpæθɪtɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does sympathetic mean?

adjective

Showing sympathy or compassion for someone or something; having a shared feeling or understanding.

Example

"She was a sympathetic listener, offering words of comfort to her friend."

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