empathizing
|em-pa-thi-zing|
B2
/ˈɛmpəˌθaɪzɪŋ/
(empathize)
understand feelings
Etymology
Etymology Information
'empathize' originates from the German word 'Einfühlung', which means 'feeling into'.
Historical Evolution
'Einfühlung' was translated into English as 'empathy', and the verb form 'empathize' was derived from it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to feel into', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to understand and share the feelings of another'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'empathize'.
She is empathizing with her friend's situation.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45