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sympathize Synonyms

Another word for sympathize

Choosing another word for sympathize depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To feel or express pity, compassion, or sorrow for someone's misfortune or distress.

Usage Example

"Having gone through a similar loss last year, she could deeply commiserate with her grieving neighbor."

Strongest
commiserate
Strong
empathize
console
condole
pity

• verb (Context 2)

To agree with or support a sentiment, opinion, or political cause (usually followed by 'with').

Usage Example

"Many local residents concur with the striking teachers' demands for smaller class sizes."

Strong
concur
agree
identify
support

Opposites of sympathize

The opposite of sympathize shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

oppose
disagree
dissent
differ
See all opposites of sympathize

• Nearby Words

symmetry
sympathetic
sympathetically
sympathize
sympathizer
sympathy
symphonic

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Sympathize. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/sympathize
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