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Coldheartedness

Description:

Coldheartedness refers to the lack of compassion, empathy, or warmth towards others. It is the quality of being unfeeling or indifferent, often displaying a lack of consideration for the emotions and needs of others.

Sample Sentences:

1. Her coldheartedness was evident when she showed no sympathy for the homeless man.
2. Despite his coldheartedness, he still managed to rise to the top of the corporate ladder.
3. The movie portrayed the villain's coldheartedness through his ruthless actions.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: Her coldheartedness shocked everyone at the funeral.
• Adjective: The coldheartedness of his decision was devastating.

Senses:

• Sense 1: Lack of compassion or empathy.
• Sense 2: Indifference towards others.

Usages: Popular and Local:

• Popular Usage: Coldheartedness is often associated with psychopathic behavior.
• Local Usage: In this tight-knit community, any act of coldheartedness is immediately noticed and condemned.

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