softhearted
Translation
soft-hearted, kind, tender-hearted
Examples
He is too softhearted to be a boss.
He is too soft-hearted to be a boss.
Her softhearted nature made her popular.
Her soft-hearted nature made her popular.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) is soft-hearted (sb.) is kind and compassionate He is too soft-hearted to be a boss.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compassionate, kind, tender; Antonyms: hardhearted, cruel
Etymology
A compound word from 'soft', 'heart', and the adjectival suffix '-ed'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone who literally has a 'soft heart', easily moved by emotions.