softheartedness

noun

Definition of softheartednessnext
1
as in kindness
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune the kind of softheartedness that makes him an easy target for anyone with a tale of woe

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2
as in tenderness
sympathetic concern for the well-being of others the widow's naive softheartedness makes it hard for her to say "no" to charitable appeals

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  1. kindness
  2. tenderness
  3. sympathy
  4. heart
  5. compassion
Noun
  • As a result, kindness in the workplace is essential.
    Caroline Castrillon, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
  • One last knock at the door reveals that her kindness has been contagious.
    Jennifer Hubert Swan, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of kindness
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  • Fever, chills, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, joint pain, or redness, swelling, pain or tenderness at the injection site are some possible side effects, according to the CDC.
    Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Whole milk: Adds tenderness and moisture to the meatloaf.
    Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of tenderness
Noun
  • The letter hints that Lennon was aware of Clapton’s delicate situation and felt some sympathy with him.
    Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 27 Nov. 2024
  • After posting the video, the comment section quickly filled with words of sympathy and support.
    Jordan Greene, People.com, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of sympathy
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  • This is because perfumers have new and improved molecules to work with that capture different facets of the rose (the fresh green stems, the delicate petals, the intoxicating heart).
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
  • But for Zegler, the film’s heart lies far beyond fantasy.
    Antonio Ferme, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of heart
Noun
  • Keep the peace at all costs and choose intelligence and compassion over anger and pressure.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
  • John Doman, a Pioneer Press photographer for decades, was gifted in capturing the essence of a moment and displaying humanity in a photograph through his curiosity and compassion.
    Natasha Delion, Twin Cities, 9 Nov. 2024
Definition of compassion
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