What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
heartedly
Example
She laughed heartedly at the joke. [heartedly: adverb]
Example
He was heartedly devoted to his work. [heartedly: adjective]
wholeheartedly
Example
I wholeheartedly support your decision. [wholeheartedly: adverb]
Example
She gave her wholehearted approval to the project. [wholehearted: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Wholeheartedly is more commonly used than heartedly in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between heartedly and wholeheartedly?
Wholeheartedly is more formal than heartedly, making it more appropriate for professional or academic contexts.
