open-hearted
Americanadjective
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unreserved, candid, or frank.
open-hearted advice.
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kindly; benevolent.
an open-hearted gift to charity.
adjective
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kindly and warm
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disclosing intentions and thoughts clearly; candid
Other Word Forms
- open-heartedly adverb
- open-heartedness noun
Etymology
Origin of open-hearted
First recorded in 1605–15
Example Sentences
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Was he humbled by New York’s open-minded, open-hearted embrace?
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025
After a whirlwind two episodes falling for a man named Earl, who woos Beador with his open-hearted sensitivity surrounding his wife’s death after two horrible battles with cancer, the cracks start to show.
From Salon • May 5, 2025
"We were touched to the core to witness the depth of his commitment, his loving embrace of our father's music, and the sheer open-hearted joy he brought to his exploration."
From BBC • Aug. 16, 2023
“I hope to have an open-hearted exchange of views with President Yoon based on our relationship of trust,” Kishida told reporters before his departure to Seoul.
From Seattle Times • May 6, 2023
“Selfish! You won’t find anyone more open-hearted and generous. How dare you say that? What do you want, my life’s blood?”
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
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