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Hearty
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Simple meaning
What does Hearty mean?
Hearty means warm, strong, or satisfying.
Dictionary definition
Warm, cheerful, strong, or satisfying, especially in feeling, sound, or food.
Example sentences
Hearty in a sentence
easy
Dad gave a hearty laugh.
medium
A hearty meal helped the hikers feel ready again.
hard
The mayor offered a hearty welcome that made the visitors feel included and respected.
Synonyms
Words like Hearty
warmFriendly and welcoming.
cheerfulFull of happiness or good spirit.
robustStrong and full of energy.
Antonyms
Opposite words
weakNot strong.
coldNot warm or friendly in feeling.
thinNot rich or satisfying, especially for food or sound.
Word family
Hearty word family
Base word
hearty
adjective
heartier
More hearty.
adjective
heartiest
Most hearty.
adverb
heartily
In a warm or enthusiastic way.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does hearty mean?
Hearty can describe a warm welcome, strong laugh, or satisfying meal.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to hearty?
Hearty can mean warm and friendly.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses hearty correctly?
Hearty fits a sentence about a satisfying meal.
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