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large-hearted

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large-heart·ed (lärjhärtd)
adj.
Having a generous disposition; sympathetic.
large-hearted·ness n.
large-hearted
adj
kind; sympathetic Also large-souled
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Adj.1.large-hearted - showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity; "was charitable in his opinions of others"; "kindly criticism"; "a kindly act"; "sympathetic words"; "a large-hearted mentor"
good-hearted, kindly, openhearted, benevolent, charitable, sympathetic
kind - having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior; "kind to sick patients"; "a kind master"; "kind words showing understanding and sympathy"; "thanked her for her kind letter"
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large-hearted
adj → großherzig


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