empathize

verb

em·​pa·​thize ˈem-pə-ˌthīz How to pronounce empathize (audio)
empathized; empathizing

intransitive verb

: to experience empathy
empathized with his son's fears
empathizer noun

Examples of empathize in a Sentence

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Teach them to communicate effectively and empathize with others. Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 As someone who grew up under the spotlight, Miley Cyrus can empathize with Chappell Roan's approach to navigating fame. Daniela Avila, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024 As Chappell Roan adjusts to a life of fame, the pop star an ally in fellow musician Miley Cyrus, who empathizes with her experience. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024 Many people in the comments section of Govan's post empathized with her discomfort about ketchup. Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 9 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for empathize 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1916, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of empathize was circa 1916

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“Empathize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/empathize. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

empathize

intransitive verb
em·​pa·​thize
variants or British empathise
empathized or British empathised; empathizing or British empathising
: to experience empathy
adults unable to empathize with a child's frustrations

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