sincere stresses absence of hypocrisy, feigning, or any falsifying embellishment or exaggeration.
a sincere apology
wholehearted suggests sincerity and earnest devotion without reservation or misgiving.
promised our wholehearted support
heartfelt suggests depth of genuine feeling outwardly expressed.
expresses our heartfelt gratitude
hearty suggests honesty, warmth, and exuberance in displaying feeling.
received a hearty welcome
unfeigned stresses spontaneity and absence of pretense.
her unfeigned delight at receiving the award
Examples of sincere in a Sentence
He sounded sincere in his promises.
She seemed sincere in her commitment to finish school.
She has a sincere interest in painting.
He showed a sincere concern for her health.
He made a sincere attempt to quit smoking.
Please accept our sincere thanks.
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There are oodles of Grateful Dead tribute acts, but Jazz is Dead is special, coming to the Dead jams with a sincere modern jazz perspective.—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2024 Clients commend his professionalism, responsiveness, and sincere concern, often highlighting not just Thomas's extensive knowledge but his unmistakably heartfelt empathy.—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 30 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for sincere
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Word History
Etymology
Middle French, from Latin sincerus whole, pure, genuine, probably from sem- one + -cerus (akin to Latin crescere to grow) — more at same, crescent
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