Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

commiserative

Adjective
/kəˈmɪz.ə.reɪ.tɪv/
Definition
Expressing or feeling sympathy or compassion.
Examples
  • She offered commiserative words to her friend who was going through a tough time.
  • The commiserative tone of his message showed he truly cared about her struggles.
  • His commiserative nature made him a good listener during difficult conversations.
Meaning
The term commiserative relates to the act of sharing sorrow or empathy towards someone’s misfortunes.
Synonyms
  • Sympathetic
  • Compassionate
  • Empathetic
  • Understanding