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Synonyms

big-hearted

American  
[big-hahr-tid] / ˈbɪgˈhɑr tɪd /

adjective

  1. generous; kind.

    Synonyms:
    bountiful, benevolent, openhanded, unstinting

big-hearted British  

adjective

  1. warmly generous

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Etymology

Origin of big-hearted

First recorded in 1865–70

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Then Ares suddenly stops being evil and becomes a big-hearted protector.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 9, 2025

This book is brutal and unsparing in its portrayal of its characters, with the growing dread palpable as the book drives forward, even as it’s incredibly big-hearted and leaves you emotionally eviscerated by the end.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 14, 2025

But at least she's in good company, alongside breakout rap star Doechii and big-hearted pop singer Teddy Swims.

From BBC Jan. 31, 2025

Fake charity scammers can also target big-hearted givers.

From Salon Dec. 21, 2024

Running made her feel strong and big-hearted, it made her love the places she ran through and the people whose messages she delivered.

From "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau

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