soft-hearted
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of soft-hearted
First recorded in 1570–80
Example Sentences
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"Amy was bubbly, caring and honest," he said, adding she was "soft hearted and the life and soul".
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
Only venture into it if you’re feeling very soft hearted.
From Time • Aug. 14, 2012
You don't have to be soft hearted or "soft on crime" to wish for this.
From The Guardian • Sep. 1, 2010
He will be soft hearted now, and pay well for taking care of his lady.”
From The Silent Barrier by Tracy, Louis
Oh yes!—he is a very worthy young man, only rather too soft hearted.
From Joseph in the Snow, and The Clockmaker In Three Volumes. Vol. II. by Auerbach, Berthold
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