Synonyms of sympathize

sympathize

verb

as in to empathize

Synonyms & Similar Words

• empathize
• commiserate
• assure
• reassure
• comfort
• cheer
• condole
• console
• soothe
• alleviate
• uplift
• solace
• lift
• allay
• relieve
• assuage
• elevate
• buoy (up)
• relax
• calm
• boost
• quiet
• tranquillize
• tranquilize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distress
• trouble
• discourage
• worry
• torment
• upset
• torture
• demoralize
• aggravate
• intensify
• worsen
• fret
• annoy
• dishearten
• irritate
• harass
• irk
• pester

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of sympathize

The implicitly grotesque response has been to declare that one is against assassination, but that one comprehends it — and perhaps even sympathizes with it — nevertheless. —Charles C. W. Cooke, National Review, 9 Dec. 2024

Tens of thousands of people have expressed support on social media for the killing or sympathized with it. —Melissa Chan, NBC News, 7 Dec. 2024

Tens of thousands of people have expressed support on social media for the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, or sympathized with it, in what at least one researcher is calling a worrying sign of radicalization among segments of the U.S. population. —Ken Dilanian, NBC News, 5 Dec. 2024

The hour sits with him as his anxiety builds, causing some to sympathize with him despite his typical vile behavior. —Ew Staff, EW.com, 5 Dec. 2024