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

Gratitude seems like an appropriate response to this short and heartfelt work, which further develops a vision of Americanness that eschews the familiar values of progress, mobility and power.

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The bright spot of the episode was Joe’s proposal to Madison, which seemed genuine and heartfelt.

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"Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies are with his family," she added.

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The phrases "deep remorse" and "heartfelt apology" were later used by successive Japanese prime ministers when marking the 60th and 70th World War II anniversaries.

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The phrases "deep remorse" and "heartfelt apology" were used by successive Japanese prime ministers when marking the 60th and 70th World War II anniversaries.

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Related Words

• ardent 
• cordial 
• earnest 
• fervent 
• hearty 
• honest 
• profound 
• sincere 
• warm