sympathy
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A feeling of care and understanding for someone who is going through something difficult.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
compassion
condolence
Antonyms
indifference
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Friends sent flowers and cards to show their _____ after the loss."
Answer: sympathy
In your own words, what does "sympathy" mean?
A feeling of care and understanding for someone who is going through something difficult.
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