cold-hearted
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of cold-hearted
First recorded in 1600–10
Example Sentences
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Alan Carr's transformation from giggle liability to cold-hearted killer was one of the standout highlights of the series.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2025
There is plenty of cold-hearted, merciless darkness, compulsive behavior and, of course, ill-fated love of all kinds.
From Salon ● Aug. 29, 2025
But when his plan goes awry, the Grinch turns into his old, cold-hearted self, until his friend Cindy-Lou Who, reminds him that Christmas is not all about winning.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 23, 2023
One is a cynical grump whose cold-hearted plot to steal Christmas dampens the festive mood.
From BBC ● Dec. 12, 2022
Couldn’t no one but a demon be that cold-hearted, and even if the Preacher had a whole boatload of things that’d make you wonder, couldn’t no one say he waren’t a man.
From "Elijah of Buxton" by Christopher Paul Curtis
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