Associations to the word «Sympathize»

Wiktionary

SYMPATHIZE, verb. To show sympathy; to be affected by feelings similar to those of another, in consequence of knowing the person to be thus affected.
SYMPATHIZE, verb. To have a common feeling, as of bodily pleasure or pain.
SYMPATHIZE, verb. To agree; to be in accord; to harmonize.

Dictionary definition

SYMPATHIZE, verb. Share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of.
SYMPATHIZE, verb. Be understanding of; "You don't need to explain--I understand!".
SYMPATHIZE, verb. To feel or express sympathy or compassion.

Wise words

In words, as fashions, the same rule will hold; Alike fantastic, if too new, or old: Be not the first by whom the new are tried, Nor yet the last to lay the old aside.
Alexander Pope