Word Study
soft-hearted
CIDE DICTIONARY
soft-hearted, a.
Having softness or tenderness of heart; susceptible of pity or other kindly affection; gentle; meek. [1913 Webster]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
soft-hearted, adj. tender, compassionate; easily moved.
Derivative
soft-heartedness n.
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