Definition

Causing feelings of happiness and warmth, often through kindness or love.

Example

The movie was so heartwarming that it made everyone in the audience smile.

Conversation

Did you see that new movie everyone is talking about?

Yeah, it was so heartwarming!

I loved how it made me feel all warm inside.

Same here! It's nice to watch something that lifts your spirits.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heartwarming → It is formed from "heart" (from Old English "heorte", meaning the organ that pumps blood and also symbolizes emotion) and "warming" (from Old English "wearmian", meaning to make warm). The word "heartwarming" describes something that makes the heart feel warm, often in an emotional or comforting way.

Memory Tip

Think of something that makes your 'heart' feel 'warm' — that's what heartwarming means.

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