tenderness

Of or relating to tender acts. Compassion, warmth, affection, gentleness.

Opposite of cruelty, violence, sadism, callousness, cynicism, bitterness.

"If a man is pictured chopping off a woman's breast, it only gets a R-rating, but if, God forbid, a man is pictured kissing a woman's breast, it gets an X-rating. Why is violence more acceptable than tenderness?"
-Sally Struthers

Adam stroked Kevin's hair, holding him with infinite tenderness while Kevin sobbed from a horrible day.

Ellie's rigid expression melted into tenderness as she saw her daughter running toward her.

by Lorelili December 15, 2010

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Tender-hearted

Kind, compassionate

Moved to tears over thei justices to others,
Moved to tears over the suffering of others

Your are a tender-hearted young man. Dont hide it, it is a strong character trait. It was evident at the museum as you got emotional seeing the 911, MLK and the Holocaust exhibits.

by Artsy mom March 18, 2018

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Teenering

The act of becoming so belligerently drunk that you pass out in the middle of walking, skipping, tap dancing, or cartwheeling, and thereby tumble on to the ground, or nearest solid object, in a topsy-turvy, yet charming fashion

"Oh my gosh! That drunk girl doing cartwheels accidentally tumbled onto that chain link fence!"

"It's okay, dude. She is just teenering."

by MBent January 6, 2013

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Tender Hug

A its name suggests, a tender hug is a unique and remarkably soothing hug. It is not a regular "hi hello, you're looking a little mellow, how about some jello" hug. It is a sweet, and affectionate hug you give someone special when you sense they are in need of an embrace or simply at any time you your heart desire. To tender hug firstly you look deeply into the eyes of the person you wish to hug and make a connection. Then you gently wrap your right arm then left around them where you both feel comfortable and just send vibes of love, comfort and care. Smiling is highly recommended. Just let them know you care, you are there and jello doesn't even come into the picture :)

Random Lady: "look at those two tender hugging... they're so sweet"

Tayla: "i wish Peter was here so i could give him a tender hug"

Care bear: "A tender hug a day, keeps sadness, gloom and fear away" :)

by signature.essence June 16, 2010

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Tanera

The most amazing person you could ever meet! She is not only beautiful on the outside but her beauty on the inside is what makes her such a delight to be around! Anyone would be lucky to have Tanera as a bestfriend.

Who is that girl? She is so beautiful! OH that's Tanera!

by HeeyChey October 17, 2013

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