WHOLEHEARTED Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'wholehearted' distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of wholehearted are heartfelt , hearty , sincere , and unfeigned . While all these words mean "genuine in feeling," wholehearted suggests sincerity and earnest devotion without reservation or misgiving. // promised our wholehearted support

Q: In what contexts can 'heartfelt' take the place of 'wholehearted'?

The meanings of heartfelt and wholehearted largely overlap; however, heartfelt suggests depth of genuine feeling outwardly expressed. // expresses our heartfelt gratitude

Q: When would 'hearty' be a good substitute for 'wholehearted'?

In some situations, the words hearty and wholehearted are roughly equivalent. However, hearty suggests honesty, warmth, and exuberance in displaying feeling. // received a hearty welcome

Q: Where would 'sincere' be a reasonable alternative to 'wholehearted'?

Although the words sincere and wholehearted have much in common, sincere stresses absence of hypocrisy, feigning, or any falsifying embellishment or exaggeration. // a sincere apology

Q: When can 'unfeigned' be used instead of 'wholehearted'?

The words unfeigned and wholehearted can be used in similar contexts, but unfeigned stresses spontaneity and absence of pretense. // her unfeigned delight at receiving the award

wholehearted

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ˈhōl-ˈhär-təd

Definition of wholehearted

as in enthusiastic

characterized by unqualified enthusiasm wholehearted praise for the novel by the leading critics

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How is the word wholehearted distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of wholehearted are heartfelt, hearty, sincere, and unfeigned. While all these words mean "genuine in feeling," wholehearted suggests sincerity and earnest devotion without reservation or misgiving.

promised our wholehearted support

In what contexts can heartfelt take the place of wholehearted?

The meanings of heartfelt and wholehearted largely overlap; however, heartfelt suggests depth of genuine feeling outwardly expressed.

expresses our heartfelt gratitude

When would hearty be a good substitute for wholehearted?

In some situations, the words hearty and wholehearted are roughly equivalent. However, hearty suggests honesty, warmth, and exuberance in displaying feeling.

received a hearty welcome

Where would sincere be a reasonable alternative to wholehearted?

Although the words sincere and wholehearted have much in common, sincere stresses absence of hypocrisy, feigning, or any falsifying embellishment or exaggeration.

a sincere apology

When can unfeigned be used instead of wholehearted?

The words unfeigned and wholehearted can be used in similar contexts, but unfeigned stresses spontaneity and absence of pretense.

her unfeigned delight at receiving the award

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Recent Examples of wholehearted By letting go of expectations and putting his wholehearted trust in the world, Krasinski constantly finds himself in the right place at the right time as spectacular travel experiences unravel in front of him. — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026 After Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest, the British monarch released a statement saying law enforcement has the royal family’s full and wholehearted support and co-operation. — Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 21 Feb. 2026 But the latest twist in the sorry tale has raised questions as to whether the royals have the full and wholehearted support and cooperation of the nation. — Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 20 Feb. 2026 There’s so much attentiveness and wholehearted care that goes into not just showing off, but embodying the resort itself. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wholehearted

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Support from the faculty was enthusiastic, and Louise worked closely with professors in many departments to ensure the museum’s exhibitions complemented their classes.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
In that raucous public square known as Reddit, anti-Trumpers are planning protests, evidence that Trump should not expect an overwhelmingly enthusiastic welcome in the traditionally red Sunflower State.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of enthusiastic

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Strijd’s posts struck a chord online, and ignited interest in the show that did not appear nearly as fervent over the past few weeks.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026
The church unleashes a campaign—online and onsite—demanding the family’s religious freedom, and the most fervent outcry and mobilization come from the political far right.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of fervent

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One fascination of this brave book—brave in its disclosures but more so in its demands, its spiritual rigor, and its ardent intellectualism—lies in watching the eloquent, intelligent sufferer steadily entrapping herself.

— James Wood, New Yorker, 19 Oct. 2026
Turns out Ferrari’s ardent fan base is curiously conservative.

— Jason Barlow, Robb Report, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of ardent

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As such, the greatest obstacle to genuine transformation is getting stuck in the planning cycle.

— Jeff DeGraff, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
Notably, the new action comes about a month after UMG had sued DistroKid in September, claiming the company has helped empower bad actors to upload AI slop songs at mass scale, diluting the royalty pool for genuine artists.

— Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of genuine

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