Bigheartedly

/ˌbɪɡˈhɑɹtɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a generous, compassionate, or kind-hearted manner; with genuine concern for others' wellbeing.

Etymology

Adverbial form of 'bighearted' created with suffix '-ly' (from Old English '-lice'). The suffix -ly converts adjectives to adverbs describing manner or quality.

Kelly Says

The adverb form 'bigheartedly' is less commonly used than 'bighearted,' which suggests speakers prefer to describe the person as big-hearted rather than the act as done in a big-hearted way. It reveals subtle patterns in how English distributes meaning through different word forms.

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