largeheartedness

noun

as in kindness
the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune the famed largeheartedness of a city that has welcomed refugees with open arms on more than one occasion

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  1. kindness
  2. sympathy
  3. heart
  4. compassion
Noun
  • At a time filled with so much sadness, your kindness has reminded me that there is still so much good in humanity.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Her flop of a debate performance left her sounding like someone with no vision or kindness — career suicide for someone who has made her reputation on both traits.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of kindness
Noun
  • The assembly aimed to raise awareness and sympathy for those who suffer from postpartum mood disorders.
    — Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The worst part of it might be his attempt at trying to get sympathy from it.
    — Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of sympathy
Noun
  • While many viewers praise the former child star as the beating heart of the series, her newfound success comes with heightened tabloid scrutiny, thecoverage wading into everything from her looks to her love life.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Taylor splashed a wide-open triple from the top of the arc with 30 seconds to go to give tie the game, and then broke the visitors hearts to improve the Sky’s record to 14-22.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of heart
Noun
  • Let precision lead the plan, then let compassion guide the delivery.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of compassion
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“Largeheartedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/largeheartedness. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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