admirampathy

A portmanteau of admiration and sympathy. The particular feeling workaholics try to inspire in others for their intense dedication and intense servitude.

Me: Joan spent twenty minutes telling me how hard and how long she works each day at XYZ Imports. Her dedication is admirable, but I feel sorry for her at the same time. It sounds miserable.

You: Ah, you feel admirampathy towards her.

Me: Totally!