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

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

tenderqueer

Typically a queer white hipster who uses identity politics to avoid accountability. Competitive oppression & self victimization. Centralizes themselves and their feelings in social / political movements that aren’t about them.

That tenderqueer started crying and lashing out when they were called a gentrifier.

by wellbutrinfiend November 23, 2021

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

tender vittles

Fine looking young lady (or ladies). Highly edible and extremely attractive. A head turning beauty that makes you say DAMN! without meaning to.

Mercy, the mall is full of tender vittles today.

by wheaty December 15, 2008

Tender dick

A guy who tends to fall in love with every pussy he smashes.

My boss just admitted that he doesn't smash random girls while sober because he is a tender dick who would end up moving them all into his house.

by MTHouse91 November 9, 2016

tendershipping

Used in reference to the relationship between Bakura and Ryou of Yuugiou

There are so many shippings in Yuugiou, but I really like tendershipping the best.

by Aoizora November 3, 2007