Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sympathies

Noun
/ˈsɪmpəθiz/
Definition
Feelings of pity or sorrow for someone else’s misfortune.
Examples
  • After hearing the news of his loss, I extended my sympathies to the family.
  • Her sympathies were evident when she comforted her friend in grief.
Meaning
Sympathies express a shared sense of suffering or compassion towards someone who is going through difficult times.
Synonyms
  • Compassion
  • Condolences
  • Commiseration
  • Solace
  • Pity