whole-souled

adjective

ˈhōl-ˈsōld How to pronounce whole-souled (audio)
Definition of whole-soulednext
as in enthusiastic
characterized by unqualified enthusiasm expressed their whole-souled commitment to the cause of peace

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whole-souled
  1. enthusiastic
  2. ardent
  3. passionate
  4. fervent
  5. wholehearted
  6. genuine
  7. hearty
Adjective
  • The song became his biggest hit to date, as demonstrated by its impressive streaming numbers across various platforms and the enthusiastic interaction at live performances.
    Hala Mustafa, Billboard, 14 Jan. 2025
  • But unfortunately, the ones who did speak up with anything other than enthusiastic support from Mr. Hegseth immediately came under extremely volatile attack from everybody from President Trump down to his MAGA base.
    Philip Elliott, TIME, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of enthusiastic
Adjective
  • An ardent dislike for Gaetz might be the most bipartisan, bicameral issue to come out of the 118th Congress.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
  • At one time or another, all ardent skiers dream of a European vacation in order to test their mettle at some of the world’s greatest ski resorts.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of ardent
Adjective
  • Yamada focuses her work on culture, identity and politics, and is passionate about using her lens to connect with people, share their stories and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Her passionate speech about the dangers of undervaluing yourself gives her a huge leg up in the Oscar race for Best Actress.
    Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of passionate
Adjective
  • Post Post Share Save Buy Copies Print Over the past 25 years executives have become fervent advocates of learning, calling it an imperative, career insurance, and the only source of competitive advantage.
    Gianpiero Petriglieri, Harvard Business Review, 1 Jan. 2025
  • The untapped market and fervent fan base in Southern California present an intriguing proposition for the organization.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of fervent
Adjective
  • Leif’s wholehearted but clear-eyed devotion to Sigrid becomes our most sensitive barometer for understanding what this mission is doing to her soul.
    Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Instead, the United States should signal its wholehearted commitment to the integrity of the Kenyan electoral process and the rule of law by supporting a swift judicial review of any allegations of irregularity.
    Bronwyn Bruton, Foreign Affairs, 3 Mar. 2013
Definition of wholehearted
Adjective
  • Birmingham, Alabama, home with a sense of genuine, collected warmth.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
  • The information the source supplies must be newsworthy and give readers genuine insight.
    Maria Abi-Habib, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of genuine
Adjective
  • Alexander Portnoy is in Israel, wrestling on the floor with a hearty young woman from a kibbutz.
    Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Truckee and South Lake Tahoe not only have skiing and snowboarding but also charming lounges like Moody’s Bistro Bar & Beats, where live jazz and hearty fare create an outstanding après-ski vibe.
    Allison Palmer, Sacramento Bee, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of hearty
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Thesaurus Entries Near whole-souled

wholesomeness

whole-souled

wholly

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