warm-hearted
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of warm-hearted
First recorded in 1490–1500
Example Sentences
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In recent years, creator Bill Lawrence has struck chords with emotional, warm-hearted hits like “Ted Lasso” and “Shrinking,” but this is where his blend of heart and hilarity really came together.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 30, 2026
“He was a sociable, open and warm-hearted person,” Igorevna said.
From Salon ● Oct. 27, 2025
Jones announced the performer’s death in a January statement mourning the loss of “an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2025
Announcing the news of Williams' death on Sunday, publicist Simon Jones said the performer was "an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person".
From BBC ● Jan. 6, 2025
Theseus, delighted at this warm-hearted action, answered, “All I want is for you to be my friend and brother-in-arms.”
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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