Compassion

usgb/kəmˈpæʃn/
noun

A feeling of sympathy or pity for the suffering of others.

She showed great compassion towards the homeless people.
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Often appears as...

  • show compassion
  • have compassion
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Emotional Depth

Compassion involves a deeper emotional connection than simple sympathy.

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Despite not knowing them well, his compassion for the victims was heartfelt.
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Action Driven

Compassion often leads to a desire to help or improve someone's situation.

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Her compassion drove her to volunteer at the shelter.
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Not Pity

Compassion is empathetic and respectful, unlike pity which can suggest superiority.

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He felt compassion, not pity, for those struggling, seeing them as equals.
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