sympathetic
sympathetic
(sɪmpəθetɪk )1. adjective
If you are sympathetic to someone who is in a bad situation, you are kind to them and show that you understand their feelings.
She was very sympathetic to the problems of adult students. [+ to]
It may be that he sees you only as a sympathetic friend.
sympathetically (sɪmpəθetɪkli ) adverb [ADVERB with verb]
She nodded sympathetically.
2. adjective
She met people in London who were sympathetic to the Indian freedom struggle. [+ to]
His speeches against corruption may find a sympathetic hearing among some Trinidadians.
sympathetically adverb [ADVERB with verb]
After a year we will sympathetically consider an application for reinstatement.
3. adjective
She sounds a most sympathetic character.
