Empathise (Verb)
Meaning
Be understanding of; "You don't need to explain--I understand!".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- She took her friend's hand, trying to empathise with the pain of losing a loved one.
- Counsellors are trained to listen and empathise with people dealing with difficult situations.
- I'm so sorry to hear about the accident - I can empathise with how traumatic it must have been.
- Her kind smile and warm tone helped her patients to feel that she did truly empathise with them.
- When you're struggling, it's comforting to talk to someone who can empathise with what you're going through.