simple-hearted
free of deceit; artless; sincere.
Origin of simple-hearted
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How to use simple-hearted in a sentence
The last vestige of her prejudice against Indians had melted and gone, in the presence of their simple-hearted friendliness.
Ramona | Helen Hunt JacksonShe's the daughter of the farmer where I spent a summer in Ontario, a good simple-hearted girl, but awfully—well—crude, you know.
Corporal Cameron | Ralph ConnorEach of these simple-hearted reprobates was too spirited to take a guinea for a kick down a staircase.
The O'Ruddy | Stephen CraneThe rescued seamen were treated with the greatest kindness by the simple-hearted natives.
The Pirate of Panama | William MacLeod RaineThen came Miles and Stephen Hubbersty, who, being more simple-hearted men, would have the meeting held.
George Fox | George Fox
British Dictionary definitions for simple-hearted
free from deceit; open; frank; sincere
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