empath

noun

em·​path ˈem-ˌpath 

: one who experiences the emotions of others : a person who has empathy for others

Lucas didn't need to be an empath to understand that the twist to Jason's voice was fury, grief, and pain

—K. M. Ruiz

If you feel the Earth's pain before an earthquake or have a panic attack because someone near you is anxious, you might be an empath too.

—Hannah Ewens

Examples of empath in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Per Orloff, frequent emotional hangovers are most common among empaths, highly sensitive people, and those with social anxiety disorder. —Anna Medaris, Vox, 21 July 2024

As Neptune's home sign, Pisces — who are the dreamers, mystics and empaths of the zodiac — may have an especially challenging time navigating the space. —Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 29 June 2024

Even though some tender moments were interrupted, when untimely noise broke up critical empath, the device is still a great vehicle for Sondheim’s journey of pure musicianship on Wilson Chin’s detailed scenic design. —David John Chávez, The Mercury News, 13 June 2024

Sonia of Light, a gifted empath with a perfect 4.9 rating across 26,000 readings, can illuminate your path. —Playtogga, The Denver Post, 29 May 2024

Word History

Etymology

from empath- (in empathy, empathetic), taken as an agent noun probably by analogy with telepath

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above