1. feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else’s misfortune
2. understanding between people; common feeling
3. agreement with or approval of an opinion or aim; favor or support

Examples

• She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
• I have no sympathy for people who don’t try to help themselves.
• The two friends shared a natural sympathy and understanding.
• There was little sympathy between the opposing political parties.
• He spoke with sympathy for the workers’ cause.
• The teacher showed sympathy toward students struggling with the material.
• Public sympathy for the strike began to fade after several weeks.