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sympathy
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. sympathy
  2. 2. compassion
  3. 3. Sympathy
This noun and verb (する) expresses sympathy or compassion felt toward someone who is suffering or in a difficult situation. It can sometimes carry a slightly condescending nuance, implying you feel sorry for someone from a position of relative comfort.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I can't help but feel a little sorry for my friend who keeps failing.

Sentence 2

When I learned about his past, I actually felt a little sorry for him!

Sentence 3

The world isn't kind enough for you to feel sympathy that easily.

Sentence 4

Even if there are reasons, you can't make decisions based on sympathy alone at work.

Sentence 5

Do you really think your team will feel sorry for you with that excuse?