Meaning & Definition of word "Sympathetically"

Sympathetically

/ˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪkli/

1. In a manner that shows compassion, understanding, or support for someone else's feelings or experiences.
- Example: She listened sympathetically as her friend shared her troubles.
2. In a way that expresses a shared feeling or emotional response.
- Example: He spoke sympathetically about the challenges faced by the community.
3. With an inclination to empathize or show concern for others.
- Example: 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.

Meaning: Feeling you, man.

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

Meaning: Got your back.

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