compassion
Pronunciation: [kəmˈpæʃən]
Word
Context: “emotion”
(noun) a feeling of understanding and caring for someone who is suffering or struggling. It's when you see someone in trouble and you really want to help them because you understand their pain.
Example
She showed great compassion by helping the injured animal she found on the road.
Example
He lacked compassion and just walked past the person asking for help.
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What does it mean to show compassion for someone in need?
Context: “relationship”
(noun) an ability to sympathize with and share the feelings of another person. This means you can feel what others are feeling, and that helps you connect with them.
Example
His compassion for his friends made him a great listener.
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Without compassion, it's hard to understand why someone is upset.
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How can compassion help us build stronger relationships with others?
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