heartless

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈhɑɹt.lɪs/

Adjective

heartless

1. (obsolete) Without courage; fearful, cowardly. [10th–19th c.]
   • 1782, Frances Burney, Cecilia, II.iii.7:

     Cecilia then, though almost heartless, resolved upon talking with Mr. Harrel himself […].

2. (now, rare) Listless, unenthusiastic. [from 14th c.]
3. Without a physical heart. [from 15th c.]
4. Without feeling, emotion, or concern for others; uncaring. [from 16th c.]

   His heartless actions and cold manner left her saddened and feeling alone.

Translations

• French: cœur
• German: herzlos
• Portuguese: sem coração
• Russian: бессерде́чный
• Spanish: cruel, desalmado

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