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Adj — Having a particular kind of heart or disposition (used in combination, as in "kind-hearted" or "cold-hearted").

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How to use hearted

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kind-hearted cold-hearted warm-hearted soft-hearted

Etymology

From "heart" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-ed," used almost always attached to another word describing character.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hearted” mean?

The word “hearted” means having a particular kind of heart or disposition (used in combination, as in "kind-hearted" or "cold-hearted"). In plain terms, a suffix meaning "having a heart/character of this type" — rarely stands alone, usually paired with a describing word like kind, cold, or warm.

How do you pronounce “hearted”?

“Hearted” is pronounced HAH-tihd (/ˈhɑɹtɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “hearted” in a sentence?

Here is “hearted” used in a sentence: “She's the most warm-hearted person I know.”

What part of speech is “hearted”?

“Hearted” is an adjective.

Is “hearted” a common word?

“Hearted” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How is hearted used in words like kind-hearted or cold-hearted?

Hearted is a combining form used to describe a person's disposition, attached to an adjective to specify what kind of heart or temperament they have, as in "kind-hearted" (compassionate) or "cold-hearted" (unfeeling). It rarely stands alone and almost always appears hyphenated with another word.

Can hearted be used as a standalone word?

Hearted is essentially always used in combination with another adjective, such as warm-hearted or hard-hearted, rather than appearing on its own. Its meaning depends entirely on the word it's paired with.

What is the difference between kind-hearted and warm-hearted?

Both use hearted to describe a caring disposition, but kind-hearted emphasizes gentleness and consideration for others, while warm-hearted emphasizes friendliness and affection. The two are close in meaning and often used interchangeably.

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