Origin: Latin suffix -ate
Compassionate has 4 different meanings across 2 categories:
share the suffering of
"When she saw the dog shivering in the rain, her compassionate heart ached as if it were cold too."
To feel compassion (for someone or with regard to something); to regard (someone or something) with compassion.
"The nurse remained compassionate toward the frightened child, gently holding his hand while he waited for his turn in surgery."
Having, feeling or showing compassion (to or toward someone).
"She was truly compassionate when she stayed up all night to comfort her friend who had just lost their job."