Compassion

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpæʃən/

Compassion (noun)

  1. A strong feeling of wanting to help someone who is suffering.

Examples

  • She showed compassion by helping the injured bird.
  • Compassion can make a big difference in someone's life.

Common collocations: show compassion, deep compassion, act with compassion, compassion for others

Synonyms of Compassion

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Compassion

  • lack of concern or empathy
  • intentional harm or suffering