1. to communicate or express oneself in a manner that demonstrates empathy, sympathy, and understanding toward another person's suffering or difficulties
She spoke with compassion to the grieving family about their loss.
Ela falou com compaixão para a família enlutada sobre sua perda.
2. to address someone using a tone and words that convey kindness and emotional understanding
The doctor spoke with compassion when delivering the difficult diagnosis.
O médico falou com compaixão ao comunicar o diagnóstico difícil.