Bighearted
/ˈbɪɡˌhɑːtɪd/noun
Having a generous and kind nature.
Did you know?The term 'big-hearted' reflects an age-old belief that one's heart could physically embody their generosity and compassion, linked to ancient ideas of the heart as the seat of emotion and spirit.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
Old English
beorhtheort
“Bright-hearted, signifying an open and generous spirit.”
Middle English
Middle English
bigge-herted
“Derived from 'big' and 'heart', indicating a large, generous heart.”
14th Century
Middle English
bigherted
“Describing someone with a great capacity for kindness.”
Modern English
English
bighearted
“A compound term used to express a generous and compassionate character.”