Meaning of the word sympathetic in English
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sympathetic
US /ˌsɪm.pəˈθet̬.ɪk/
UK /ˌsɪm.pəˈθet̬.ɪk/
Adjective
1.
feeling, showing, or expressing sympathy
Example:
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She was very sympathetic when I told her about my loss.
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He gave me a sympathetic look.
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2.
having or showing support for or approval of something
Example:
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The public was generally sympathetic to the cause.
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He has always been sympathetic to environmental issues.
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