caring

adjective

car·​ing ˈker-iŋ How to pronounce caring (audio)
: feeling or showing concern for or kindness to others
a kind, caring person
I waited expectantly for the sympathy to come pouring out, since Mary Anne is the most sensitive, caring person I know …Ann M. Martin
The Steve Martin character is consistently suave, gracious, tender, caring, worldly wise, and a great lover.Richard Alleva
caringly adverb
was treated gently and caringly
caringness noun
There's evidence every season that friendly decent social caringness isn't uncommon in the literary community. Benjamin DeMott

Examples of caring in a Sentence

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Cancers are known for their loyalty, and Roland's devotion to his family, especially to his wife Jocelyn and his children, mirrors the caring and nurturing side of this Water sign. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025 From his iconic performances to his advocacy for greater inclusion and representation on and off-screen, Warwick has had a remarkable impact on cinema and been profoundly influential in fostering a more inclusive and caring society. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025 Relevant reality skills: Fans think of him as sweet and caring, and as the bartender on BIP he’s known for giving good, heartfelt advice. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 6 Jan. 2025 Business News The 10 most caring cities in America Residents in some major cities are more likely to donate money and volunteer their time than in others By Start Slideshow Start Slideshow The giving season is upon us. Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for caring 

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of caring was in 1956

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“Caring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caring. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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