WHOLE-SOULED Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

whole-souled

adjective

ˈhōl-ˈsōld

Definition of whole-souled

as in enthusiastic

characterized by unqualified enthusiasm expressed their whole-souled commitment to the cause of peace

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Another enthusiastic response at the summit came from Vermont, formerly home to the 650 MW Vermont-Yankee Nuclear Power Plant, which closed in 2014.

— John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
But while an enthusiastic and wider-than-ever audience may be listening now, the Grammys have long appeared inured to such outside influence.

— Leila Cobo, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of enthusiastic

Adjective

Germany has been one of the most ardent supporters of Ukraine since the early days of the Russian invasion, supplying both military and financial aid.

— Yuliya Talmazan, NBC news, 5 Oct. 2026
Which one of these subtle, touching novels is guaranteed to live up to my ardent report?

— Lola Seaton, The New York Review of Books, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of ardent

Adjective

The Bigger Picture Netflix animation execs are passionate about their job and percipient.

— John Hopewell, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026
Aerin Lauder and Jane Lauder have followed in their famous grandmother’s footsteps, passionate about both beauty and entrepreneurialism.

— Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of passionate

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Neither Shaggy nor Kartel has made any new comments, but all eyes are on the two superstars as the debate rages on in their comment sections, with their fervent fan bases warring on their behalf.

— Kyle Denis, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026
The performance likely to have the most fervent admirers in Creed-Miles’ as Marianne, the reckless romantic who lets her heart lead her, with devastating results.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of fervent

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My return, which at first had been hesitant and tentative, grew wholehearted and sure.

— Tilda Wilson, NPR, 1 Sep. 2026
This wholehearted embrace of my fandom might not sound like the retirement goal of someone who has worked with hundreds of clients on their finances.

— Bernadette Joy, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of wholehearted

Adjective

The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful—don't expect any pretense here, just genuine (and enjoyable) engagement.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
The judge also weighed mitigating factors, including that Molloy was experiencing difficult personal circumstances, stopped of his own volition and had shown genuine remorse.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of genuine

Adjective

Sense of place is established with photographs of Palma, an exotic green-tile basement pool and hammam, and Tannur restaurant, which serves up hearty Mallorcan food.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Full-sized are hearty enough for dinner over rice, but minis make a great party app served with the sauce on the side for dipping.

— Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026

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