Freshhearted

/ˈfrɛʃˌhɑːr.tɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having a fresh, youthful, or innocent heart; characterized by enthusiasm, candor, or naiveté.

Etymology

From fresh + heart + -ed (adjectival suffix). A compound adjective suggesting the heart itself is fresh in its qualities.

Kelly Says

This beautiful archaic word describes a psychological state—not just a fresh appearance but an inner openness and guilelessness that suggests someone hasn't yet become hardened by experience.

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