Synonyms for Tenderness (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)):
rawness, soreness
WordNet sense 2 (warm compassionate feelings):
tenderheartedness
WordNet sense 3 (a positive feeling of liking):
affection, fondness, heart, warmheartedness, warmness, affectionateness, philia
WordNet sense 4 (a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)):
softheartedness
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