Definitions by nofacegus
Repercussive empathy
Repercussive empathy is when someone’s empathy leads to ripple effects that harm others beyond the intended situation, causing unintended negative consequences.
Person 1: “Why didn’t they report him when they had the chance?”
Person 2: “Repercussive empathy. They cared more about feeling morally pure than the fallout on everyone else.”
Person 2: “Repercussive empathy. They cared more about feeling morally pure than the fallout on everyone else.”
Repercussive empathy by nofacegus May 13, 2026