Word
heartwarming
Phoneticsheart·warm·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈhɑɹtˌwɔɹmɪŋ/
UK/hˈɑːtwɔːmɪŋ/
Definition
adj. causing feelings of happiness and pleasure because something is kind or good. You use this to describe stories or moments that make you feel warm inside.
adj. evoking a sympathetic sense of happiness, contentment, or emotional well-being. Often describes narratives or gestures that demonstrate human kindness.
Examples
“The movie has a heartwarming ending that made everyone smile.”
“Seeing the community come together to rebuild the local park was a truly heartwarming experience for the residents.”
“The documentary provides a heartwarming look at the bond between the elderly residents and the shelter animals they care for daily.”
Examples
simple
“The movie has a heartwarming ending that made everyone smile.”
contextual
“Seeing the community come together to rebuild the local park was a truly heartwarming experience for the residents.”
complex
“The documentary provides a heartwarming look at the bond between the elderly residents and the shelter animals they care for daily.”
Usage
Typically used to modify nouns like 'story', 'tale', 'moment', or 'ending'.
Real-World Examples
“There are gorgeous, heartwarming scenes as PK shares his story with people he meets on the road, who in return tell him about their life and loves.” “Image caption, A heartwarming story leads Metro, headlining "Dad's gift of life" after a "rare double organ swap" saves his six-year-old son.” “It’s always heartwarming when somebody comes up and offers their congratulations on something a little bit lower down the pecking order.” “It was tangibly moving.”
Over the heartwarming series, these rookie potters display real progression.” Word family
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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