heartless

English

/ˈhɑɹt.lɪs/

adj
Definitions
  • (obsolete) Without courage; fearful, cowardly.
  • (now) Listless, unenthusiastic.
  • Without a physical heart.
  • Without feeling, emotion, or concern for others; uncaring.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English hertles inherited from Old English heortlēas (without courage, listless) affix from English heart.

Origin

English

heart

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