heartwarming

adjective

heart·​warm·​ing ˈhärt-ˌwȯr-miŋ 

: inspiring sympathetic feeling : cheering

heart-warmer

ˈhärt-ˌwȯr-mər 

noun

Synonyms

• cheering
• comforting
• encouraging
• fulfilling
• gladdening
• gratifying
• heartening
• rewarding
• satisfying

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

heartwarming

adjective

heart·​warm·​ing ˈhärt-ˌwȯr-miŋ 

: making one feel good inside : cheering to one's emotions