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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bigheartedness
Noun
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Think of kindness and gratitude as two strands that twist together into the helix of your child's happiness.—
Catherine Newman,
Parents,
22 Feb. 2026 -
But also moments of strength, kindness and profound connection.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
22 Feb. 2026
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Everyone at The Rustic was aware that much of Tech’s football status today is thanks to his generosity.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Feb. 2026
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Honor your worth to protect stability and gentle generosity today.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
20 Feb. 2026
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Longtime friend’s insistence on giving fixes, not sympathy, has the letter writer questioning unhealthy patterns.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
20 Feb. 2026
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Their Majesties wish to make clear that their thoughts and utmost sympathies have been, and will remain with, the victims and survivors of any and all forms of abuse.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
19 Feb. 2026
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The estate said the sale is consistent with Allen’s directive to eventually sell his sports holdings and direct all estate proceeds to philanthropy.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Now in its third year, the event will present its first fashion- and beauty-focused philanthropy summit.—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Feb. 2026
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Experts say layering up, pacing physical activity, and knowing heart attack warning signs can help protect your heart in the colder months.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
23 Feb. 2026
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Nine hearts were on display for the nine victims, six of whom were clients on the three-day skiing trip, and the other three were their guides.—
Kayla Moeller,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Through fasting, believers also experience the hunger and thirst of the poor, further building a sense of compassion and generosity.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
17 Feb. 2026
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Nanos asked members of the media to exhibit professionalism and compassion.—
Richard Ruelas,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Bigheartedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bigheartedness. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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