Heartsease: meaning, definitions and examples

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heartsease

 

[ หˆhษ‘หrtsiหz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

flower

A small plant with purple, blue, or yellow flowers that are often grown for their beauty and as a symbol of remembrance or eternal love.

Synonyms

pansy, viola tricolor, wild pansy.

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Word Description / Examples
heartsease

In some contexts, the term can be used twice for emphasis or stylistic reasons, particularly in poems or lyrics.

  • "Heartsease, heartsease," she whispered to herself, feeling the calm wash over her
pansy

Commonly used in everyday language to refer to the garden flower. Informally, it can have a negative connotation to describe a person who is perceived as weak or overly sensitive.

  • She planted a bed of colorful pansies in her front yard
  • He was teased by his classmates, who called him a pansy because he didn't like rough sports
viola tricolor

Used in scientific or botanical contexts to refer to the specific species of flower, particularly in formal writing or academic discussions.

  • The study focused on the medicinal properties of Viola tricolor
  • Viola tricolor is commonly found in various regions of Europe
wild pansy

Refers to the flower in a natural or wild setting, often used in gardening or nature-related contexts.

  • During the hike, they came across a patch of wild pansy blooming near the trail
  • Wild pansy is known for its resilience and beautiful coloration

Examples of usage

  • The garden was filled with heartsease, creating a peaceful and colorful atmosphere.
  • Heartsease is often used in floral arrangements for weddings and funerals.
  • She picked a bouquet of heartsease to place on her grandmother's grave.
Context #2 | Noun

archaic

Peace or tranquility of mind.

Synonyms

peace, serenity, tranquility.

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heartsease

Heartsease is often used in literature or poetry to convey a sense of emotional calm or contentment. It can also refer to plants such as the wild pansy, which symbolize comfort and relief from sorrow.

  • She found heartsease in the garden, surrounded by blooming flowers.
  • His words brought a sense of heartsease to her troubled mind.
peace

Peace refers to a state of non-violence, calm, or the absence of conflict. It's commonly used to describe societal conditions, personal feelings, or international relationships.

  • The treaty brought peace to the war-torn region.
  • After a long day at work, she looked forward to the peace of her own home.
tranquility

Tranquility pertains to a peaceful and calm state, often connected with nature or the environment around a person. It's used to describe both the physical surroundings and a person's inner calm.

  • She enjoyed the tranquility of the countryside.
  • The tranquility of the room helped him concentrate on his work.
serenity

Serenity describes a state of being calm, untroubled, and clear-minded. It often refers to a personal inner state or the atmosphere of a place.

  • The lake at dawn was a picture of serenity.
  • Meditation helped him achieve a state of serenity he hadn't known before.

Examples of usage

  • In the presence of nature, he found heartsease and solace.
  • The sound of the flowing river brought him a sense of heartsease.

Translations

Translations of the word "heartsease" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amor-perfeito

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคฟเคฒ เค•เฅ€ เคถเคพเค‚เคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Herzruhe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ketenangan hati

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟะพะบั–ะน ัะตั€ั†ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ spokรณj serca

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฟƒใฎๅนณๅ’Œ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท paix du cล“ur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tranquilidad del corazรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kalp huzuru

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งˆ์Œ์˜ ํ‰ํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณู„ุงู… ุงู„ู‚ู„ุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pokoj srdce

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pokoj srdca

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฟƒ็ต็š„ๅฎ้™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mir srca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hjartahugur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏั€ะตะบั‚ั–าฃ ั‚ั‹ะฝั‹ัˆั‚ั‹า“ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒ›แƒจแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รผrษ™k dincliyi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tranquilidad del corazรณn

Etymology

The word 'heartsease' originated in the 16th century, derived from the Middle English 'hertease', which combines 'heart' and 'ease'. It originally referred to peace of mind or harmony. Over time, the term also came to be associated with a type of flower, particularly the wild pansy or Viola tricolor. The flower became a symbol of remembrance, eternal love, and tranquility. Today, heartsease continues to evoke feelings of beauty, peace, and emotional connection.

See also: brokenhearted, dishearten, disheartened, disheartening, halfheartedly, heart, heartache, heartbeat, heartbreak, heartbreaker, heartbreaking, heartbreakingly, heartbroken, heartening, heartfelt, heartily, heartland, heartless, heartlessly, heartlessness, heartthrob, heartwarming, hearty.