Empathy & Connection Vocabulary

the ability to understand and share the feelings of another

“Empathy allows us to build deeper connections with others.”

sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others

“Her compassion drove her to volunteer at the shelter.”

a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas and communicate well

“The salesman quickly built rapport with the client.”

the ability to evoke or suggest images, memories, and emotions

“The poem has a deep emotional resonance for many readers.”

the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally

“True intimacy requires vulnerability.”

unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest

“They stood in solidarity with the striking workers.”

the practice of exchanging things with others for mutual benefit

“Friendships rely on the principle of reciprocity.”