change of heart

American  

noun

1. a reversal of one's feelings, intentions, opinions, etc..

   At first Mother said we couldn't go, but she had a change of heart and let us.

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change of heart Idioms  

1. Altered feelings or attitude, as in Paul didn't like his new job, but a raise prompted a change of heart and he became quite enthusiastic. [Early 1800s]

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Etymology

Origin of change of heart

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

The decision raises the risk that Iran’s leaders might have a change of heart regarding their nuclear program as well, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

She replaced her arrow in her quiver and slung her bow over her shoulder, and for a moment Torak thought she was having a change of heart.

From Literature

Despite the World Bank’s change of heart, industrial policy still has its critics.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Miss Marion, I was just remembering what you said at lunch that day in the commissary. About how rare it was to meet someone who wasn’t champing at the bit to get in the pictures. Truth is, I’ve had a change of heart.”

From Literature

Only three of them will now remain in Australia, after another member of the group had a change of heart earlier in the week.

From Barron's