soulful

adjective

soul·​ful ˈsōl-fəl How to pronounce soulful (audio)
: full of or expressing feeling or emotion
soulful music
soulfully adverb
soulfulness noun

Examples of soulful in a Sentence

a handsome actor with soulful eyes
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Both books are surprising, soulful, quick reads, starring winsome characters. Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 21 Nov. 2025 Since opening her first restaurant in 2011, chef Dominique Crenn has put out a soulful, artistic take on contemporary cuisine that is uniquely her own. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025 Shoppers who know him describe Dave as a very sweet kitty with soulful eyes. Emily Curiel, Kansas City Star, 18 Nov. 2025 Your ninth house is ruled by Pisces, opening the door to international destinations that feel soulful, artistic, and spiritually rich. Colin Bedell, Them., 17 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for soulful

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of soulful was in 1837

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“Soulful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soulful. Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.

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soulful

adjective
soul·​ful ˈsōl-fəl How to pronounce soulful (audio)
: full of or expressing feeling
soulful music
soulfully adverb
soulfulness noun

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