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Learn “Compassion”

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Compassion

noun/kuhm-PASH-un/

Meaning

A caring feeling that makes you want to help someone who is suffering.

In context

With real compassion, the coach comforted the injured player.

Remember it

'Compassion' — 'com' (with) + 'passion' (feeling): you feel with someone.

Use it well

Use for caring that leads to helping, deeper than simply feeling sorry.