WARMHEARTED Synonyms: 184 Similar and Opposite Words

warmhearted

adjective

ˈwȯrm-ˈhär-təd

Definition of warmhearted

as in compassionate

having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others a warmhearted, understanding pastor from whom many sought guidance

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as in warm

having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest a warmhearted welcome from the staff on my first day at work

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Recent Examples of warmhearted Practice compassionate self-talk, speaking to yourself in a warmhearted way—using your first name instead of the I pronoun—feels like you’re being comforted by someone other than yourself. — Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 Feb. 2026 Cardinal Dolan lauded by leader of Catholic League Bill Donohue, president of the Catholic League, said Dolan has been a compassionate defender of church teaching and a warmhearted leader. — Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 17 Dec. 2025 The meals are also top quality with options changing daily, and the guides such as the knowledgeable and warmhearted Assit are also elite. — Laurie Werner, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025 Terfel appeared in one of the company’s pandemic-era video recitals, beaming in from a cathedral in Wales for a warmhearted holiday program in December 2020. — Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for warmhearted

Recent Examples of Synonyms for warmhearted

Adjective

Playing Edward as the courtly and compassionate polar-opposite of his awful sister Fanny, MacKay brings a gentle diffidence that syncs beautifully with Edgar-Jones’ delicate reserve.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026
Her reasoning was that Ted's compassionate coaching style is possible only because Rebecca, as the club's owner, permits it.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of compassionate

Adjective

Outside the window warm air moved the leaves on the branches while around her, phones rang, and men and women answered Helios Accounting, Entertainment’s Finest.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
In the gleaming lobby, the brand’s signature scent—a warm and woody fragrance reminiscent of two of my favorites, Comme des Garçons’ Wonderwood and Odin New York’s 07 Tanoke—greeted me.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of warm

Adjective

Elizabeth Strout illustrates a kind man with an endearing earnestness about him who struggles with the fact that the world is not so simple anymore.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
But, in Hagwon, Lee does not seem interested in the ways in which her diplomatic, kind, generous characters might be corrupted.

— Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of kind

Adjective

The friendly service, comfortable rooms and downtown location give it wide appeal.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Love, at 85 years old, is the sole member of the original Beach Boys lineup who still tours under that name, performing all their classic, SPF-friendly hits with younger instrumentalists.

— Devon Ivie, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of friendly

Adjective

Lucia is a largely benevolent force, found in the hospital casebook’s endless descriptive lines.

— Doireann Ní Ghríofa, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
With new ownership, the Lakers’ braintrust no longer has the protection of the benevolent Buss family or the baseball-centric Mark Walter.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of benevolent

Adjective

Built from water-resistant, 100% cotton Ventile cloth, its classic design benefits from the thoughtful touch of adjustable side adjusters.

— Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2026
Good Zero-Proof Drinks Require More Ingredients, More Time Not only is there more time and labor often involved with these very thoughtful beverages, but raw material costs add up.

— Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of thoughtful

Adjective

The three most prominent characters are charismatic and sympathetic in equal measure.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
The allegations from Charles Spencer are damaging for King Charles and the royal family, but speaking to people outside Buckingham Palace on Friday morning, CBS News found many who were sympathetic to the monarch.

— Holly Williams, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026