Compassion Definition & Meaning
compassion
- noun
- a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering
- the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it
"Compassion" in song lyrics
See how compassion is used in real songs:
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"Stripped of the useless parts, carin' in compassion"
Atoms Family — Streetlamp Confessions -
"See what we lacks A Sense of Compassion"
Beast 1333 — Anonymous -
"Without you it couldn't be, and I mean that with compassion"
Eyedea (Oliver Hart) — Here For You
Words that rhyme with compassion
Usage tips for "compassion"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "compassion" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for compassion to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does compassion mean?
- a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it
- What part of speech is compassion?
- Compassion is a noun.
- How many definitions does compassion have?
- Compassion has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).