tenderness

The state or character of being tender, in any sense.

The quality or state of being tender (in any sense of the adjective).

a tendency to express warm, compassionate feelings

concern for the feelings or welfare of others

pain or discomfort when an affected area is touched

a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)

a pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)

a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling

warm compassionate feelings

a positive feeling of liking