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COMPASSION

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Compassion.

How to pronounce compassion:

US

Compassion - as a noun

A deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compassionateness
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fellow feelingsympathy21
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pity9

Compassion - as a verb

To pity.

Example Sentences

"She showed great compassion towards the homeless man."
"The teacher had compassion for her struggling students."
"He felt a surge of compassion when he saw the injured puppy."
"The organization provides aid and compassion to refugees."
"Her compassion for animals led her to become a veterinarian."
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Word Game Points

Is COMPASSION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, compassion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COMPASSION has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is COMPASSION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, compassion is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COMPASSION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is COMPASSION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, compassion is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COMPASSION has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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