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heartfelt

American  
[hahrt-felt] / ˈhɑrtˌfɛlt /

adjective

  1. deeply or sincerely felt: felt.

    heartfelt sympathy.
heartfelt British  
/ ˈhɑːtˌfɛlt /

adjective

  1. sincerely and strongly felt

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Etymology

Origin of heartfelt

First recorded in 1725–35; heart + felt 1

Example Sentences

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“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Deputy’s family, friends, and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time,” officials said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times

Happily, that becomes clear as this conversation morphs into a four-hour epic, rich with unexpectedly heartfelt and humorous detours.

From BBC

It was a strange dinner party that evening, veering as it did from heartfelt thanksgiving to the nearest thing to a bitter argument our close-knit family had ever had.

From Literature

“Miss Wong wished me to convey her most heartfelt apologies for not being here,” Mr. Haber concluded.

From Literature

The spokesperson added Envoi Allen was a "supremely talented horse and our heartfelt condolences are with all his connections".

From BBC

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