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Answer for the clue "A feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless) ", 15 letters:
softheartedness

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Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. The state or condition of being softhearted; sentimental tenderness.

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless) [syn: tenderness ]

Usage examples of softheartedness.

But in this instance, she might do him a favor, indulge his softheartedness by taking on the task—not in this instance unpleasant at all—of removing the threat of Lady Cecelia de Marktos and her unbridled tongue.

But in this instance, she might do him a favor, indulge his softheartedness by taking on the task—not in this instance unpleasant at all—of removing the threat of Lady Cecelia de Marktos and her unbridled tongue.

I have long noticed a regrettable tendency toward softheartedness in you.