: full of or expressing feeling or emotion
soulful music
soulfulness
noun
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a handsome actor with soulful eyes
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This soulful part of Phuket is dotted with colorful Sino-Portuguese shophouses, hidden temples, a vibrant art scene, and plenty of amazing restaurants and bars.
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Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
In between Lamar’s fierce performances, SZA appealed to those in the crowd who were there to hear her soulful declarations of romance and endearing insecurity.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
Valerie June’s unique and soulful voice should come with a disclaimer: Comparison is the thief of joy.
—Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Apr. 2025
Chan’s food is soulful and slippery, playing fast and loose with references from the very first bite.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
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Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
In between Lamar’s fierce performances, SZA appealed to those in the crowd who were there to hear her soulful declarations of romance and endearing insecurity.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
Valerie June’s unique and soulful voice should come with a disclaimer: Comparison is the thief of joy.
—Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Apr. 2025
Chan’s food is soulful and slippery, playing fast and loose with references from the very first bite.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for soulful
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“Soulful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soulful. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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