What is "take to heart"

vb. 1 (context idiomatic English) To take something seriously; to internalize or live according to something (e.g. advice.) 2 (context idiomatic English) To feel keenly; be greatly grieved at; be much affected by something.

v. get down to; pay attention to; take seriously; "Attend to your duties, please" [syn: attend to] [ant: neglect]