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

Following her death, Eloise’s family established the Living for Lulu Foundation to continue her legacy by encouraging kindness and helping animals in need.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
My mother, Cynthia, taught me to go through life with both relentless ambition and kindness.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of kindness

Noun

Charities should seize on that and message around the benefit that leaning into generosity has for people’s wallets and their communities—one that opens the door to a teaching moment.

— Dale Bannon, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Their generosity, humanity and belief in the importance of fashion as art, culture and history – as well as their understanding of human fragility and the possibility of growth – will remain with me always.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

The showcase is supported by Allison Sarofim, the chair of Friends of the CFDA known for her work in the arts, film, fashion, beauty, and philanthropy.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
One of the most beloved celebrities of all time, her passing inspired a tidal wave of tributes from around the world, with Parton remembered not just for her music but for her acting career, decades of philanthropy and advocacy.

— Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of philanthropy

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The Kentucky native said Parton lived out her beliefs through compassion and generosity, even though some were critical of her glamorous image.

— Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
This triumvirate uses their voices, their power, their compassion to embody this virtuous cycle of generosity and reciprocity without forfeiting their personhood, bodies, or resources to anyone.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026

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