kindhearted

adjective

kind·heart·ed | \ ˌkīnd-ˈhär-təd

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Definition of kindhearted

: having or showing a sympathetic nature

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A kindhearted neighbor offered to help. a kindhearted young man who shoveled his elderly neighbor's driveway after the blizzard

Recent Examples on the Web Congratulations to every cast and crew member who worked so hard to make a really positive and kindhearted film. — Natalie Morin, refinery29.com, "The Netflix Star System Has A Bright & Dimpled New Sun In Wolfgang Novogratz," 26 June 2020 During October your kindhearted nature shines brightly, so others will be willing to help you or offer you opportunities for advancement. — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive.com, "Horoscope for Aug. 16, 2019: Happy birthday Cameron Monaghan; Sagittarius, connect with many new people," 16 Aug. 2019 Scammers also target victims While most scammers look for kindhearted donors, others target victims' families in their moment of grief. — Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, "Don't get scammed: How to avoid fake charities after El Paso and Dayton shootings," 13 Aug. 2019 We are devastated by the loss of a very talented and kindhearted soul. — Lauren Matthews, Country Living, "UPDATE: 'Chicago Fire' Actress DuShon Monique Brown's Cause of Death Has Been Released," 4 June 2018 We are devastated by the loss of a very talented and kindhearted soul. — Lauren Matthews, Country Living, "UPDATE: 'Chicago Fire' Actress DuShon Monique Brown's Cause of Death Has Been Released," 4 June 2018 We are devastated by the loss of a very talented and kindhearted soul. — Lauren Matthews, Country Living, "UPDATE: 'Chicago Fire' Actress DuShon Monique Brown's Cause of Death Has Been Released," 4 June 2018 We are devastated by the loss of a very talented and kindhearted soul. — Lauren Matthews, Country Living, "UPDATE: 'Chicago Fire' Actress DuShon Monique Brown's Cause of Death Has Been Released," 4 June 2018 We are devastated by the loss of a very talented and kindhearted soul. — Lauren Matthews, Country Living, "UPDATE: 'Chicago Fire' Actress DuShon Monique Brown's Cause of Death Has Been Released," 4 June 2018

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kindhearted

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of kindhearted

: having or showing a kind and gentle nature

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kindhearted

adjective

kind·heart·ed | \ ˈkīnd-ˈhär-təd

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Kids Definition of kindhearted

: having or showing a kind and sympathetic nature a kindhearted man a kindhearted gesture

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