Definition

The quality of being kind, caring, and friendly towards others.

Example

Her warmheartedness made everyone feel welcome at the party.

Conversation

I really admire your warmheartedness towards others.

Thanks! I think it's important to be kind and understanding.

It definitely makes a difference in people's lives.

Absolutely, a little warmheartedness can go a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Warmheartedness → It is formed from "warm" (from Old English *wearm*, meaning having a moderate degree of heat) and "heartedness" (from "heart" which comes from Old English *heorte*, meaning the organ that pumps blood, often symbolizing emotion, plus the suffix "-ness" which indicates a state or quality). The word "warmheartedness" refers to the quality of being kind, compassionate, and emotionally warm.

Memory Tip

Think of 'warm' as having a comforting heat and 'heartedness' as relating to emotions — together, they describe a state of being emotionally warm and kind.

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