Hearty

/ˈhɑːrti/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Warm and heartfelt; sincere.

She received a hearty welcome from her friends after returning from her trip.

Full of health and vigor; robust.

He took a hearty appetite to the dinner table, ready to enjoy the feast.

Characterized by enthusiasm and energy.

The team gave a hearty cheer after scoring the winning goal.

Generous or abundant.

The restaurant served a hearty portion of pasta, enough to satisfy even the hungriest diner.

Middle English, from Old French 'herte', meaning 'heart'.

hearty meal

A meal that is large and satisfying.

hearty laugh

A loud and cheerful laugh.

hearty welcome

An enthusiastic and warm reception.

hearty approval

Strong and genuine support or agreement.

hearty handshake

A firm and warm greeting.

heartily

In a heartfelt manner.

heartfelt

Expressing genuine feelings.

heartiness

The quality of being hearty.

Used to describe something that's very good or enjoyable.

That party was hearty!

To express enthusiasm for something.

I feel hearty about this project!