Middle English edit

Alternative forms edit

Etymology edit

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

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈhɛrtlɛːs/, /ˈhɛrtlɛs/

Adjective edit

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 edit

  • English: heartless
  • Scots: heartless

References edit