sincere stresses absence of hypocrisy, feigning, or any falsifying embellishment or exaggeration.
a sincere apology
wholehearted suggests sincerity and earnest devotion without reservation or misgiving.
promised our wholehearted support
heartfelt suggests depth of genuine feeling outwardly expressed.
expresses our heartfelt gratitude
hearty suggests honesty, warmth, and exuberance in displaying feeling.
received a hearty welcome
unfeigned stresses spontaneity and absence of pretense.
her unfeigned delight at receiving the award
Examples of sincere in a Sentence
He sounded sincere in his promises.
She seemed sincere in her commitment to finish school.
She has a sincere interest in painting.
He showed a sincere concern for her health.
He made a sincere attempt to quit smoking.
Please accept our sincere thanks.
Recent Examples on the WebNo doubt the star is sincere in his concern that Biden is not up to defeating Donald Trump in November (though the fact that this argument comes mere weeks after Clooney held a huge fundraiser for him is a bit weird).—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2024 Lead with the funny one, Chan says, then get into the longer, sincere one.—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 9 July 2024 His work demonstrates that true leadership is rooted in a sincere desire to make a positive impact on the community, not in seeking recognition.—Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024 One potential landing spot that had sincere interest months ago — Detroit, the team Bridges followed growing up in Michigan — has apparently had a change in philosophy with all its front office and coaching changes.—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 3 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sincere
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Word History
Etymology
Middle French, from Latin sincerus whole, pure, genuine, probably from sem- one + -cerus (akin to Latin crescere to grow) — more at same, crescent
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