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The definition of compassionate
2 Definitions of: compassionate
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- adjective, showing or having compassion
- adjective, compassionate leave leave granted, esp to a serviceman, on the grounds of bereavement, family illness, etc
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| Synonyms: | benevolent, sympathetic, kindly, understanding, tender, pity, humanitarian, charitable, humane, indulgent | And more... |
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| Antonyms: | uncared-for |
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