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1hearty
adjective \ˈhär-tē\
: done or expressed in a very open, cheerful, and energetic way
: strong, healthy, and active
: large enough to satisfy hunger
heart·i·erheart·i·est
Full Definition of HEARTY
1
a : giving unqualified support <a hearty endorsement> b : enthusiastically or exuberantly cordial : jovial c : expressed unrestrainedly
2
a : exhibiting vigorous good health b (1) : having a good appetite (2) : abundant, rich, or flavorful enough to satisfy the appetite
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First Known Use of HEARTY
14th century
Related to HEARTY
- Synonyms
- wholehearted, whole-souled
- Antonyms
- grudging, halfhearted, lukewarm, tepid
Synonym Discussion of HEARTY
sincere, wholehearted, heartfelt, hearty, unfeigned mean genuine in feeling. sincere stresses absence of hypocrisy, feigning, or any falsifying embellishment or exaggeration <a sincere apology>. wholehearted suggests sincerity and earnest devotion without reservation or misgiving <promised our wholehearted support>. heartfelt suggests depth of genuine feeling outwardly expressed <expresses our heartfelt gratitude>. hearty suggests honesty, warmth, and exuberance in displaying feeling <received a hearty welcome>. unfeigned stresses spontaneity and absence of pretense <her unfeigned delight at receiving the award>.
2hearty
noun
plural heart·ies
Definition of HEARTY
: a hearty fellow; also : sailor
First Known Use of HEARTY
1803
Related to HEARTY
HEARTINESS Defined for Kids
hearty
adjective \ˈhär-tē\
heart·i·erheart·i·est
Definition of HEARTY for Kids
1
: friendly and enthusiastic <a hearty welcome>
2
: strong, healthy, and active <hearty young men>
3
: having a good appetite <hearty eaters>
4
: large and plentiful <a hearty meal>
— heart·i·ness noun
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