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compassionate

adjectivegeneral usecommon/kõpɐˈsivu/com·pas·si·vo

Definition

1

Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others' suffering.

Usage examples

He was a compassionate man who always helped those in need.
Her compassionate response calmed the frightened child.

Common combinations

compassionate leavecompassionate responsecompassionate nature