SOFTHEARTEDNESS Synonyms: 107 Similar and Opposite Words

softheartedness

noun

as in kindness

the capacity for feeling for another's unhappiness or misfortune the kind of softheartedness that makes him an easy target for anyone with a tale of woe

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as in tenderness

sympathetic concern for the well-being of others the widow's naive softheartedness makes it hard for her to say "no" to charitable appeals

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Noun

The play is largely a study in kindness, in both form and subject — even while facing the tough inevitabilities of any life.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2026
In that interview, Williams discussed growing up in New York, overcoming adversity and the importance of treating others with kindness.

— Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of kindness

Noun

On screen, Guitarrica’s expressive and angular visage conveys the fright and uncertainty that afflict his character, who is desperate for tenderness.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
In Sense and Sensibility, Nordrum plays Colonel Brandon with heart-wrenching tenderness.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of tenderness

Noun

But Trump’s persistent sympathy for Russia’s position remains a mystery of our time.

— Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
Public sympathy for Palestinians is widespread in Indonesia, the world’s most populous Muslim-majority nation, and the government has long supported an independent Palestinian state.

— Niniek Karmini, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of sympathy

Noun

The story follows a celebrated pediatric heart surgeon whose daughter falls prey to a vengeful ghost.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026
The nine suites sell out far in advance, especially if there's a popular event in the city, so book well ahead if your heart is set on staying here.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of heart

Noun

No, any empathy felt for Pam Voorhees (Linda Cardellini) and her son, Jason (Callum Vinson), stems from natural human compassion.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Oct. 2026
His support of Misericordia reflected his deep compassion for the individuals and families who make up our community.

— Tom Barnas, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of compassion

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