heartfelt

[hahrt-felt]

adjective

1. deeply or sincerely felt: felt.

   heartfelt sympathy.

heartfelt

/ ˈhɑːtˌfɛlt /

adjective

1. sincerely and strongly felt

Word History and Origins

Origin of heartfelt¹

First recorded in 1725–35; heart + felt ¹

Example Sentences

Sitting down at the keys, she's finally at peace, playing the heartfelt ballads A Million Reasons and Die With A Smile, without the accompaniment of her band.

From BBC

The FA said in a statement: "We send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, loved ones and everyone at Chichester City FC at this incredibly difficult time."

From BBC

“Hey, y’all, my sons and I made the heartfelt decision that Thursday, July 31st, was the last day of service for The Lady & Sons and The Chicken Box,” her message reads.

From Salon

Posting on X, he said: "I extend my heartfelt condolences to all the families and friends of the victims. Lisbon is in mourning."

From BBC

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the effort to locate Barbara. … Your support played a vital role in bringing her home safely,” the Sheriff’s Office said in an Instagram post.

From Los Angeles Times

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