Definitions

1. verb

to feel or show sympathy or support for someone or something

“She tried to sympathise with her friend who was going through a tough time.”

2. verb

to share or experience the feelings or emotions of someone or something

“He began to sympathise with the characters in the novel.”

3. noun

the feeling or expression of sympathy or support

“Her act of kindness showed great sympathy.”

4. transitive verb

to support or encourage someone or something

“The charity organisation sought to sympathise with the families affected by the disaster.”