Empathy And Compassion

10 words in this vocabulary list

change of heart compassion empathetic reassure self-sacrificing selflessness unselfish unselfishness give/lend someone a helping hand heart-wrenching

change of heart

noun a person's shift in attitude or opinion

preposition indicates the relationship between 'change' and 'heart'

After much deliberation, she had a change of heart and decided to support the new policy.
I was against going to the party at first, but I had a change of heart and ended up having a great time.
I used to hate sushi, but I had a change of heart and now it's my favorite food.
He was known for his stubbornness, but he had a change of heart and started to see things differently.

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

Compassion is a key value in the field of social work, guiding professionals to empathize with their clients and provide support.
Showing compassion towards others can create a positive and supportive environment.
Real recognize real - always show compassion to those who deserve it.
Compassion is like a warm embrace, offering comfort and understanding to those in need.

adjective describing someone who has the ability to understand and share the feelings of others

The therapist was known for being highly empathetic towards her clients.
I appreciate how empathetic you are towards others' feelings.
She's got a real knack for being empathetic, you know?
His empathetic nature was like a warm blanket on a cold day, comforting those around him.

verb to give confidence or comfort to someone; to remove someone's doubts or fears

adjective describing someone who is willing to sacrifice their own interests or desires for the greater good

She was known for her self-sacrificing nature, always putting the needs of others before her own.
My mom is so self-sacrificing, she never takes time for herself because she's always helping others.
Dude, that guy is seriously self-sacrificing, he's always bailing his friends out of trouble.
The self-sacrificing act of donating all his savings to charity left a lasting impact on the community.

noun the quality of being concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own

adjective selfless

Her selflessness in volunteering at the homeless shelter is truly admirable.
I was blown away by his selflessness when he offered to help me move without hesitation.
Dude, her selflessness in always covering for her friends is next level.
The artist's selflessness in sharing her creative process with others is like a beacon of light in a dark world.

adjective An adjective describes a noun or pronoun. 'Unselfish' describes someone who is not selfish and puts others' needs before their own.

Her unselfish dedication to the cause was truly admirable.
She always puts others before herself, she's so unselfish.
He's always looking out for his friends, he's a real unselfish dude.
The unselfish act of donating his entire savings to charity warmed everyone's hearts.

noun the quality or state of being unselfish; selflessness

Her unselfishness in always putting others' needs before her own is truly admirable.
I appreciate your unselfishness in helping me out without expecting anything in return.
Her unselfishness is off the charts - she's always looking out for everyone else.
The unselfishness of the sun in providing light and warmth to all living beings is a powerful metaphor for selflessness.

noun a helping hand

verb give/lend

pronoun someone

It is always appreciated when someone is willing to give a helping hand in times of need.
Hey, can you give me a helping hand with this project? I'm a bit overwhelmed.
I'll be there to lend you a hand whenever you need it, no worries!
Sometimes all we need is someone to give us a helping hand to get through tough times.

adjective causing intense emotional pain or distress; very distressing or sad