Compassion

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpæʃən/

Definitions of compassion

noun a feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering

Example Sentences

A1 Compassion is caring for others.

A2 She showed great compassion towards the homeless man.

B1 Volunteering at the shelter requires a lot of compassion.

B2 The doctor's compassion for her patients was evident in the way she treated them.

C1 His compassion for those less fortunate drove him to start a charity organization.

C2 The politician's speech was filled with compassion for the struggles of the working class.

Examples of compassion in a Sentence

formal Compassion is a key value in the field of social work, guiding professionals to empathize with their clients and provide support.

informal Showing compassion towards others can create a positive and supportive environment.

slang Real recognize real - always show compassion to those who deserve it.

figurative Compassion is like a warm embrace, offering comfort and understanding to those in need.

Grammatical Forms of compassion

past tense

compassioned

plural

compassions

comparative

more compassionate

superlative

most compassionate

present tense

compassions

future tense

will compassion

perfect tense

have compassioned

continuous tense

is compassioning

singular

compassion

positive degree

compassionate

infinitive

to compassion

gerund

compassioning

participle

compassioned

Origin and Evolution of compassion

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'compassion' originated from the Latin word 'compati' which means 'to suffer with'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'compassion' has evolved to encompass not just the act of suffering with someone, but also the feeling of empathy and understanding towards others in difficult situations.