BIG HEARTEDNESS Synonyms: 105 Similar and Opposite Words

bigheartedness

noun

as in kindness

the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune because of the bigheartedness of her coworkers, she was able to present the charity with a fat check

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as in generosity

the quality or state of being generous the commendable bigheartedness of that upscale restaurateur, who uses a portion of her profits to fund a soup kitchen

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Noun

Jorge will be remembered for his quiet strength, kindness and unwavering devotion to his family.

— Avi Creditor, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
Jessica Meyer, clinical manager of the clinic, said she was already struck by Martewicz’s kindness.

— Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of kindness

Noun

In my experience, companies that decline to run it voluntarily tend to end up running it under duress, with fewer options and less generosity available to their people.

— Andrew Sorohan, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Sixteen first-time finishers received complimentary buckles through the generosity of Lynn Marks and Tom Noll, while five junior riders successfully completed the course.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

Endorsed by figures like Dawn Staley, the program emphasizes how athletic participation directly translates to vital career readiness and life skills, fostering future leaders through philanthropy and sport.

— Mena Mirhom, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
The Swaggy Sie, who reflected on his larger-than-life personality, unwavering belief in his hometown, and impact, hosted the event, which blended luxury fashion, live performances, philanthropy, and storytelling.

— Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of philanthropy

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Things get increasingly bleak, as the family dog’s heart medicine runs out and Jason has to put him out of his misery, and then — in doomsday prepper mode — carves up the body and puts it in the freezer just in case food gets dire.

— William Earl, Variety, 8 Aug. 2026
He was rushed to Luton and Dunstable Hospital, where doctors restarted his heart before transferring him to the Royal Brompton Hospital in London for specialist care.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026

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