ALL meanings of compassion
com·pas·sion
C c - uncountable noun compassion Compassion is a feeling of pity, sympathy, and understanding for someone who is suffering. 3
- noun compassion a feeling of distress and pity for the suffering or misfortune of another, often including the desire to alleviate it 3
- noun compassion sorrow for the sufferings or trouble of another or others, accompanied by an urge to help; deep sympathy; pity 3
- noun compassion sympathy 1
- noun compassion pity 1
- noun compassion a feeling of deep sympathy and sorrow for another who is stricken by misfortune, accompanied by a strong desire to alleviate the suffering. 1
- verb with object compassion Archaic. to compassionate. 1
- noun compassion Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others. 1
- noun compassion Deep awareness of the suffering of another, coupled with the wish to relieve it. 0
- verb compassion (Obsolete (No longer in use)) To pity. 0