sympathetically
/ˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪkli/
adverb
- In a way that shows you understand and care about someone else's feelings or problems.
- He spoke sympathetically about the challenges faced by the new students.
- She listened sympathetically as her friend described the difficult day.
- The doctor nodded sympathetically when the patient explained the pain.
- In a way that shows approval or support for an idea, cause, or person.
- Many voters responded sympathetically to the candidate's message of change.
- The committee viewed the proposal sympathetically and agreed to fund it.
- The manager looked sympathetically on the request for flexible hours.
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