as in sincere
genuine in feeling a number of the retiring teacher's former students have expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the invaluable lessons they learned in his classroom

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How is the word heartfelt distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of heartfelt are hearty, sincere, unfeigned, and wholehearted. While all these words mean "genuine in feeling," heartfelt suggests depth of genuine feeling outwardly expressed.

expresses our heartfelt gratitude

When could hearty be used to replace heartfelt?

The words hearty and heartfelt can be used in similar contexts, but hearty suggests honesty, warmth, and exuberance in displaying feeling.

received a hearty welcome

When is it sensible to use sincere instead of heartfelt?

In some situations, the words sincere and heartfelt are roughly equivalent. However, sincere stresses absence of hypocrisy, feigning, or any falsifying embellishment or exaggeration.

a sincere apology

In what contexts can unfeigned take the place of heartfelt?

The meanings of unfeigned and heartfelt largely overlap; however, unfeigned stresses spontaneity and absence of pretense.

her unfeigned delight at receiving the award

When is wholehearted a more appropriate choice than heartfelt?

The words wholehearted and heartfelt are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, wholehearted suggests sincerity and earnest devotion without reservation or misgiving.

promised our wholehearted support

Examples of heartfelt in a Sentence

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Recent Examples on the Web Shortly after the news of Garr's death broke on Oct. 29, the Friends alum, 61, remembered the actress in a heartfelt statement to PEOPLE. Esther Kang, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024 This leads to a heartfelt exploration of ego, humility, and legacy. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2024 Can your heartfelt conversation sway the minds of others? Chris Westfall, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 Matthew Perry's family is speaking out together about his death on TV for the first time − and his mom is detailing a heartfelt moment before her son passed away. Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for heartfelt 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heartfelt
Adjective
  • Instead, for the biggest impact, leave out the negatives and offer sincere expressions of pride for the accomplishment at hand. 8.
    Wayne Parker, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
  • But the commitment to every genre trope is fully sincere.
    Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Friendships may become increasingly superficial, either due to busy schedules, lack of meaningful time together or the tendency to engage in performative friendship—where factors such as social comparison and status take precedence over genuine connection.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Seeing the mix of shock, trepidation, and genuine hurt flash across Stephen’s oft-smug mug is surprisingly satisfying.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • His life story is inspiring, and his love of country is as unfeigned as his faith.
    Daniel Foster, National Review, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Its combination of unfeigned earnestness and irreverent, early-Marvel-era wit can’t help but bring to mind that moment — that other world — when Obama was still president and Hamilton was taking its shot on Broadway.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 1 Nov. 2023

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“Heartfelt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heartfelt. Accessed 9 Nov. 2024.

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