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Definition of greatheartedness

greatheartedness

/ˌɡreɪtˈhɑːrtɪdnəs/
great · heart · ed · ness
Adverb:greatheartedly
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Adjective:greathearted
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greatheartedness Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The quality of being generous, noble, and forgiving in spirit; magnanimity.

Example

"Her greatheartedness toward former rivals earned the respect of the entire community."

2

Lofty courage, bravery, or fearlessness in the face of adversity.

Example

"The explorers showed remarkable greatheartedness as they ventured into the uncharted wilderness."

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• Nearby Words

greatcoat
greater kudu
greater roadrunner
greatheartedness
greatly
greatness
grebe

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Greatheartedness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/greatheartedness
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