Definitions

1. verb

to share or understand the feelings of another person, especially when they are sad or upset

“She tried to empathize with her friend who had just lost her job.”

2. noun

the ability to share or understand the feelings of another person

“Empathy is an essential quality for a good therapist to have.”

3. verb (transitive)

to share or understand the feelings of another person and share them

“He empathized with the struggles of the refugees and decided to volunteer.”