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sympathetically
01
in a way that shows sorrow or concern for someone else's difficulties
Grammatical Information
Examples
He sympathetically nodded as she described her difficulties.
1.1
in a sensitive and careful way, especially when dealing with something that needs gentle treatment
Examples
The historic building was sympathetically renovated to preserve its charm.
Examples
The council sympathetically considered the proposal for park improvements.
2.1
in a way that creates a favorable or positive impression of someone or something
Examples
The article sympathetically depicted the volunteers' efforts.
03
in a way related to or influenced by the sympathetic nervous system
Examples
The medication sympathetically stimulated the patient's heart rate.
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