noun
a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling
noun
a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)
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- the best results are generally obtained by inserting the needle into the point of maximum tenderness
- after taking a cold, rawness of the larynx and trachea come on
noun
warm compassionate feelings
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tenderheartedness
noun
a positive feeling of liking
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- he had trouble expressing the affection he felt
- the child won everyone's heart
- the warmness of his welcome made us feel right at home
noun
a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)
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