Hearty
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɑɹti/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Hearty is an adjective meaning Warm and cordial towards another person.
Meaning
Warm and cordial towards another person.
More Meanings
- Energetic, active or eager.
- Cheerful; vivacious.
- Exhibiting strength; firm; courageous.
- Promoting strength; nourishing.
- (obsolete or humorous, nautical) a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors.
Example Sentences
a hearty fellow
a hearty appetite
a hearty handshake; a hearty timber
We, full of hearty tears / For our good father's loss
Word Forms
- heartier
- heartiest
- hearties
Synonyms for hearty
Depending on context, synonyms include sincere, real, undissembled, earnest, affectionate, caring.
Antonyms for hearty
Common opposites include heartless.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cordial, wholesome, healthy, satisfying, red-blooded, substantial.
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