hertles

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English heortlēas; equivalent to herte +‎ -les.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈhɛrtlɛːs/, /ˈhɛrtlɛs/

Adjective

hertles

  1. Having no bravery or showing cowardice; fearful.
  2. Unknowledgeable; lacking knowledge or wisdom.
  3. (rare) Depressed; having malaise or lacking motivation.
  4. (rare) Lacking vitality or life.

Descendants

  • English: heartless
  • Scots: heartless

References

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