Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fellow-feeling
noun
/ˈfɛloʊˈfiːlɪŋ/
Definition
A shared feeling of compassion or sympathy between individuals.
Examples
- Her fellow-feeling for the struggling students inspired her to start a tutoring program.
- The sense of fellow-feeling in the community helped everyone during tough times.
- He expressed fellow-feeling when he volunteered at the charity event.
Meaning
Fellow-feeling refers to the understanding and shared emotions that bind people together, creating a bond of empathy and communal spirit.
Synonyms
- Empathy
- Compassion
- Sympathy
- Understanding
- Commiseration
