Heartless

/ˈhɑːrt.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Lacking compassion or empathy; unfeeling.

The heartless decision to cut funding for the homeless shelter shocked the entire community.

Cruel or brutal; lacking in kindness.

She made a heartless remark that devastated her friend.

Having no heart or soul; emotionally cold.

His heartless demeanor made it difficult for others to approach him.

Derived from 'heart' + '-less', meaning without a heart.

heartless act:

An action that shows a lack of compassion.

heartless behavior:

Conduct that is considered cruel and unfeeling.

heartless monster:

A person who is exceedingly cruel or unkind.

A cold-hearted person.

Don't be such a heartless jerk.

Acting in an unfeeling way.

He was completely heartless when he left her out in the rain.