Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melt-the-heart
idiom
/mɛlt ðə hɑrt/
Definition
To move someone deeply with love, kindness, or compassion.
Examples
- The puppy’s playful antics were enough to melt the heart of even the sternest person.
- Her heartfelt speech about the charity work truly melted the hearts of the audience.
Meaning
The phrase describes a situation or action that evokes strong feelings of tenderness or affection within a person.
Synonyms
- Touch the heart
- Warm the heart
- Soothe the soul
