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SOFTHEARTED

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Easily moved to pity or sorrow

Example:

a softhearted judge

Synonyms:

soft-boiled; softhearted

Classified under:

Adjectives

Antonym:

hardhearted (lacking in feeling or pity or warmth)

Derivation:

softheartedness (a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless))

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