Sympathetically

/ˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪkli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that shows compassion, understanding, or support for someone else's feelings or experiences.

She listened sympathetically as her friend shared her troubles.

In a way that expresses a shared feeling or emotional response.

He spoke sympathetically about the challenges faced by the community.

With an inclination to empathize or show concern for others.

The teacher addressed the student's concerns sympathetically, offering additional help.

From the word sympathize, combined with the adverbial suffix -ically.

sympathetically inclined

having a disposition to show sympathy

sympathetically respond

to reply with understanding and care

look at someone sympathetically

to regard someone with compassion or kindness

sympathy

the feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune.

empathy

the ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

compassion

sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.

Feeling you, man.

After hearing his story, I was just like, 'Feeling you, man.'

Got your back.

When she cried about her breakup, I told her, 'I got your back.'