What is another word for compassionateness?
Pronunciation: [kəmpˈaʃənətnəs] (IPA) 
Compassionateness refers to having sympathy and understanding towards others' emotions and difficulties. Synonyms for this word include empathy, kindness, benevolence, mercy, tenderness, and generosity. All these words evoke a sense of warmth, caring and consideration for others' suffering. Empathy, for instance, suggests putting oneself in the shoes of others and experiencing their emotions fully to understand their situation better. Meanwhile, kindness connotes benevolence, gentleness, and an eagerness to help others in need. Similarly, mercy infers to forgiveness, forbearance, and a willingness to treat others kindly despite any wrongdoing. Tenderness suggests a gentle, warm, and compassionate approach to others, while generosity refers to the act of giving unconditionally to others.
