sympathy

sym·pa·thy

noun \ˈsim-pə-thē\

plural ; sym·pa·thies

Definition of SYMPATHY

1

a : an affinity, association, or relationship between persons or things wherein whatever affects one similarly affects the other b : mutual or parallel susceptibility or a condition brought about by it

2

a : the act or capacity of entering into or sharing the feelings or interests of another b : the feeling or mental state brought about by such sensitivity