as in compassionate
having or showing the capacity for sharing the feelings of another
the two passengers exchanged commiserative looks as another delay was announced over the loudspeaker
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Adjective
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Similarly, while conversational agents can reflect compassionate language, genuine compassion comes from a place of concern.—
Steve D. Klein,
STAT,
14 May 2026 -
Advice on relationships, family, work and everyday life with practical, compassionate guidance and a touch of humor.—
R Eric Thomas,
Baltimore Sun,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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The Genius Group was Goldschmied’s dream coming true, combining his deep human personality and sympathetic spirit to share ideas and projects all while supporting the young and emerging talent.—
Maria Cristina Pavarini,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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The idea is to appear sympathetic to well-meaning people whose attention lapsed momentarily, forgetting that their picnic spot was also a concert venue.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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“Commiserative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commiserative. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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