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compassion (noun)

Compassion is a strong feeling of sympathy and sadness for other people's suffering. It includes a sincere desire to help the person who is in pain or trouble.

💬 Example

"This is an example with compassion."

💡 Memory Tip

COM (together) + PASSION (strong feeling). Feeling strongly together with someone who is hurting.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
kindness sympathy empathy pity mercy
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'compassion to' instead of 'compassion for'.

Making it plural: 'He showed many compassions.'

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