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Empathise

Definition:

To understand and share the feelings, thoughts, and experiences of another person.

Part of speech:

Verb

Sense 1:

To empathize with someone's emotions.

Example sentence 1: I always try to empathize with my friends when they are going through a tough time.

Example sentence 2: As a therapist, it is important to empathize with your clients to build a strong therapeutic alliance.

Sense 2:

Understand and share the viewpoints or perspectives of others.

Example sentence 1: It is crucial to empathize with different cultures to promote inclusivity and diversity.

Example sentence 2: When negotiating, it is helpful to empathize with the other party's position to reach a win-win solution.

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