hearted

adjective

heart·​ed ˈhär-təd How to pronounce hearted (audio)
1
: having a heart especially of a specified kind
usually used in combination
a hard-hearted boss
a lighthearted wanderer
2
: seated in the heart

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Head chef and owner Diego Briones has created an accomplished, light-hearted menu with hero European ingredients such as white asparagus, accompanied by more unusual combinations like coconut and green papaya. Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 8 May 2026 On April 8, Helen Woodward Animal Center became home to a big-hearted and big-pawed feline. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2026 These nominations reflect the collective brilliance of so many kind, funny, big-hearted collaborators who have poured their magic and immense talent into this special show over the last 8 years. Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 5 May 2026 Her quest to break the curse leads to an unexpected romance with Dan, a kind-hearted mole from the tri-state area. Todd Spangler, Variety, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hearted

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of hearted was in the 13th century

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“Hearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hearted. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

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