heartfelt

[ hahrt-felt ]

adjective

1. deeply or sincerely felt: felt:

   heartfelt sympathy.

heartfelt

/ ˈhɑːtˌfɛlt /

adjective

1. sincerely and strongly felt

Word History and Origins

Origin of heartfelt¹

First recorded in 1725–35; heart + felt ¹

Example Sentences

The song became an emotional highpoint of the tour, with Harding shown singing on screens while her bandmates guided the audience in a heartfelt singalong.

From BBC

In his statement, released on Tuesday, Ikwechegh extended his “heartfelt apologies” to the police chief “ recognising the unintended disparagement my remarks may have caused to his person, his office, and the entire institution”.

From BBC

Milly Lacombe, a sports commentator for Brazil's UOL news website, said that the Ballon d'Or "missed the opportunity to pay a heartfelt tribute to the most talked-about player of the season - known for his dribbling, goals, ability to make decisive plays, and social activism".

From BBC

“I would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the witnesses who stepped up during this critical time,” Dist.

From Los Angeles Times

Sober and heartfelt, “Union” lets us see what Amazon and the world would soon discover about the power workers have when they invest in their dignity first.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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