Hearty: meaning, definitions and examples
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hearty
[ ˈhɑːrti ]
warm feelings
showing warm and sincere affection or approval
Synonyms
genuine, sincere, warm, wholehearted.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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hearty |
Use 'hearty' to describe something full of warmth, enthusiasm, or vigor, often related to robust health, good spirits, or strong emotions.
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warm |
Use 'warm' to describe a friendly, kind, and affectionate manner or atmosphere.
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sincere |
Use 'sincere' to describe feelings or actions that are honest and free from deceit or pretense.
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genuine |
Use 'genuine' to describe something or someone that is real, authentic, sincere, or honest, without any pretense.
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wholehearted |
Use 'wholehearted' to describe something done with complete sincerity, enthusiasm, commitment, or unconditional support.
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Examples of usage
- he gave her a hearty slap on the back
- the audience erupted in hearty laughter
food
giving strength and energy
Synonyms
nourishing, substantial, wholesome.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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hearty |
Used to describe food or meals that are filling and nutritious, often in a warm, comforting manner. It can also describe people and actions as enthusiastic and friendly.
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nourishing |
Refers specifically to food that provides necessary nutrients for good health and growth. It emphasizes the health benefits of the food.
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wholesome |
Used to describe food that is good for health, often natural and minimally processed. It can also describe people or activities as morally good and healthy.
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substantial |
Implies a large amount of something, often food, that is satisfying and filling. It can also refer to significant or important things in general.
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Examples of usage
- hearty soups and stews
- a hearty breakfast
Translations
Translations of the word "hearty" in other languages:
🇵🇹 caloroso
- cordial
- forte
🇮🇳 दिल से
- हार्दिक
- जोशीला
🇩🇪 herzlich
- kräftig
- herzlich
🇮🇩 hangat
- tulus
- kuat
🇺🇦 сердечний
- щирий
- міцний
🇵🇱 serdeczny
- szczery
- mocny
🇯🇵 心からの
- 熱心な
- 強い
🇫🇷 chaleureux
- cordial
- vigoureux
🇪🇸 cordial
- vigoroso
- sincero
🇹🇷 samimi
- içten
- güçlü
🇰🇷 진심 어린
- 열렬한
- 강한
🇸🇦 حارّ
- قوي
- صميمي
🇨🇿 srdečný
- upřímný
- silný
🇸🇰 srdečný
- úprimný
- silný
🇨🇳 热心的
- 诚挚的
- 强壮的
🇸🇮 prisrčen
- iskren
- močan
🇮🇸 hjartnæmur
- hjartanlegur
- sterkur
🇰🇿 жүректен
- шынайы
- күшті
🇬🇪 გულწრფელი
- გულამდე
- ძლიერი
🇦🇿 səmimi
- ürəkdən
- güclü
🇲🇽 cordial
- vigoroso
- sincero
Etymology
The word 'hearty' originated from the Middle English word 'herti', which meant 'bold, courageous'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include warmth and sincerity. The use of 'hearty' in relation to food dates back to the 15th century, describing food that gives strength and energy.
See also: brokenhearted, dishearten, disheartened, disheartening, halfheartedly, heart, heartache, heartbeat, heartbreak, heartbreaker, heartbreaking, heartbreakingly, heartbroken, heartening, heartfelt, heartily, heartland, heartless, heartlessly, heartlessness, heartsease, heartthrob, heartwarming.