Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Tenderness.
How to pronounce tenderness:
US
Tenderness - as a noun
A tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling
A pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)
Example: "The best results are generally obtained by inserting the needle into the point of maximum tenderness"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rawness10soreness8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hurting11pain6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A positive feeling of liking
Example: "He had trouble expressing the affection he felt"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affection17affectionatenessfondness12heart8philiawarmheartedness24warmness13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
feeling11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
softheartedness22Example Sentences
"Her tenderness towards animals is evident in the way she cares for her pet dog."
"He touched his lover's cheek with tenderness and whispered words of affection."
"The mother's tenderness was palpable as she cradled her newborn baby."
"The song was filled with emotion and tenderness, moving the audience to tears."
"The tenderness of his smile melted her heart and made her feel loved."
Word Game Points
Is TENDERNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tenderness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TENDERNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is TENDERNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tenderness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTENDERNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is TENDERNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tenderness is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTENDERNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
