empathic
|em-path-ic|
B2
/ɛmˈpæθɪk/
understanding feelings
Etymology
Etymology Information
'empathic' originates from the Greek word 'empatheia,' where 'em-' meant 'in' and 'pathos' meant 'feeling.'
Historical Evolution
'empathic' evolved from the Greek word 'empatheia' and was adapted into English as 'empathy,' eventually forming the adjective 'empathic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in feeling,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'showing understanding and sharing feelings.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
showing an ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
She gave an empathic response to his concerns.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41