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- pronunciation:
- har
ti
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
heartier, heartiest |
| definition 1: |
Hearty means very friendly and warm. If someone gives you a hearty welcome, they show you that they are very happy you have come.
Their grandfather's hearty welcome made the boys feel comfortable right away.The school principal gave all the parents a hearty handshake.- synonyms:
- warm
- similar words:
- affectionate, friendly, genuine, sincere
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| definition 2: |
Something that is hearty is strong and full of happy excitement.
A hearty cheer came from the crowd of spectators.- synonyms:
- animated, enthusiastic
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| definition 3: |
If you eat a hearty meal, you feel full and satisfied after it.
Before the hike, I ate a hearty breakfast.- antonyms:
- light
- similar words:
- abundant, filling, nutritious, solid
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| definition 4: |
If a person is hearty, they are strong and full of life.
She is a hearty woman who walks three miles every morning.- synonyms:
- sturdy
- similar words:
- healthy, strong
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| related words: |
cheerful, fit, well |
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