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
