heartwarming

adjective

heart·​warm·​ing ˈhärt-ˌwȯr-miŋ How to pronounce heartwarming (audio)
: inspiring sympathetic feeling : cheering
heart-warmer noun

Examples of heartwarming in a Sentence

The movie is a heartwarming story about a boy and his dog. It's heartwarming to see how his neighbors have helped him.
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The heartwarming moment when a foster dog made himself at home has delighted internet viewers. Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 The musical, based on the beloved film, tells the hilarious and heartwarming tale of Buddy the Elf, and reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas. The View, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024 Ariana Grande charmingly plays Glinda, The Good Witch of the North in such a humorous and heartwarming way. Essence, 2 Dec. 2024 Danson and the entire cast give flawless, heartwarming performances that inspire an appreciation of life, not despite its many challenges, but because of them. Dana Feldman, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for heartwarming 

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of heartwarming was in 1743

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“Heartwarming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heartwarming. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.

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heartwarming

adjective
heart·​warm·​ing ˈhärt-ˌwȯr-miŋ How to pronounce heartwarming (audio)
: making one feel good inside : cheering to one's emotions

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