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sympathetically

IPA: /sɪmˈpæθɪkli/

KK: /sɪmˈpæθɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows understanding and care for someone else's feelings or situation.

Example: She listened sympathetically to his problems, offering comfort and support.

sympathise

IPA: /sɪmˈpæθaɪz/

KK: /sɪmˈpæθaɪz/

verb

Definition: To share the feelings or emotions of someone else, especially in times of sadness or difficulty.

Example: I can sympathise with her because I have been through a similar situation.

sympathize

IPA: /ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz/

KK: /sɪmˈpæθaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To understand and share the feelings of someone else, especially in times of trouble or sadness.

Example: I sympathize with her because I know how difficult this situation is for her.

sympathizer

IPA: /sɪmˈpæθɪzaɪər/

KK: /sɪmˈpæθɪzaɪər/

adjective

Definition: A person who shares the feelings or opinions of another, especially in a supportive way.

Example: As a sympathizer, she often attended rallies to support the cause.

noun

Definition: A person who shares feelings or opinions with someone else, especially in support or understanding.

Example: She is a sympathizer of the environmental movement, often attending rallies and events.

sympatholytic

IPA: /ˌsɪm.pə.θəˈlɪt.ɪk/

KK: /sɪmˌpæθəˈlɪtɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a type of treatment or drug that reduces or opposes the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympatholytic medication to help lower the patient's blood pressure.

noun

Definition: A type of medication that reduces the activity of the sympathetic nervous system, often used to help lower blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympatholytic to help manage her high blood pressure.

sympathomimetic

IPA: /ˌsɪm.pə.θoʊˈmɪ.mɛ.tɪk/

KK: /sɪmˌpæθoʊˈmɪmətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to substances that produce effects similar to those caused by the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic drug to help relieve the patient's asthma symptoms.

noun

Definition: A type of drug that mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system, often used to increase heart rate or blood pressure.

Example: The doctor prescribed a sympathomimetic to help improve the patient's breathing during the asthma attack.

sympathy

IPA: /ˈsɪm.pə.θi/

KK: /ˈsɪmpəθi/

noun

Definition: A feeling of care and understanding for someone else's suffering or troubles.

Example: She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the disaster.

sympatric

IPA: /sɪmˈpætrɪk/

KK: /sɪmˈpætrɪk/

adjective

Definition: Describing species or populations that live in the same geographic area but do not interbreed with each other.

Example: The two species of frogs are sympatric, meaning they share the same habitat but do not mate with one another.

sympatrically

IPA: /sɪmˈpætrɪkli/

KK: /sɪmˈpætrɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that refers to species or populations existing in the same geographical area or region.

Example: The two species evolved sympatrically, sharing the same habitat without geographical barriers.

symphonic

IPA: /sɪmˈfɒnɪk/

KK: /sɪmˈfɑnɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to music that is harmonious and often involves a large orchestra, similar to a symphony.

Example: The symphonic arrangement of the piece brought the audience to tears.

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