Goodhearted: meaning, definitions and examples
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goodhearted
[ ɡʊdˈhɑːrtɪd ]
character trait
Goodhearted refers to having a generous, kind, and compassionate nature. It describes individuals who are inclined to do good for others and possess a warm, genuinely caring attitude.
Synonyms
altruistic, benevolent, compassionate, generous, kind.
Examples of usage
- She is known for her goodheartedness, always volunteering to help those in need.
- His goodhearted gesture made a big difference in her life.
- The goodhearted woman adopted several rescue pets.
- Her goodhearted smile could brighten anyone's day.
Translations
Translations of the word "goodhearted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bondoso
🇮🇳 अच्छे दिल का
🇩🇪 gutmütig
🇮🇩 baik hati
🇺🇦 добросердний
🇵🇱 dobroduszny
🇯🇵 心優しい
🇫🇷 au grand cœur
🇪🇸 de buen corazón
🇹🇷 iyi kalpli
🇰🇷 착한
🇸🇦 طيب القلب
🇨🇿 dobrosrdečný
🇸🇰 dobrosrdečný
🇨🇳 善良的
🇸🇮 dobrosrčen
🇮🇸 góðhjartaður
🇰🇿 жүрегі таза
🇬🇪 კეთილშობილური
🇦🇿 xeyirxah
🇲🇽 de buen corazón
Etymology
The term 'goodhearted' is a compound adjective formed by combining 'good' and 'hearted.' The word 'good' has Old English origins, deriving from 'gōd,' which refers to virtue or moral excellence. The word 'heart,' on the other hand, comes from the Old English 'heorte,' indicating both the physical organ and, metaphorically, the seat of emotion and character. Together, 'goodhearted' has evolved to reflect a disposition that emphasizes kindness and generosity, distinctly highlighting the moral and emotional qualities of a person. While the exact date of its first use isn't firmly established, it has been in use in English literature since the 19th century to describe individuals who are caring and compassionate.