softheartedness

from WordNet (r) 3.0 (2006)

softheartedness
    n 1: a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially
         someone defenseless) [syn: {softheartedness}, {tenderness}]

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Soft-hearted \Soft"-heart`ed\, a.
   Having softness or tenderness of heart; susceptible of pity
   or other kindly affection; gentle; meek. --
   {Soft"-heart`ed*ness}, n.
   [1913 Webster]

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