Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stony-hearted

adjective
/ˈstoʊniˈhɑrtɪd/
Definition
Having a heart devoid of compassion or feeling; emotionally cold.
Examples
  • Despite the tragedy around him, he remained stony-hearted, showing no signs of sorrow.
  • The stony-hearted critic tore apart the play without a hint of appreciation for the performers.
Meaning
The term refers to a person who is unfeeling, without empathy, or incapable of showing kindness or sympathy towards others.
Synonyms
  • cold-hearted
  • unfeeling
  • callous
  • hard-hearted
  • insensitive