hearty

/ˈhɑːti/adjective

Warm, sincere, and enthusiastic.

Example sentences

“The crowd gave the band a hearty welcome.”
“He let out a hearty laugh at his own joke.”
“Please accept our hearty congratulations on your wedding.”

Common with welcome, laugh, thanks, and congratulations. Of food, hearty means large and filling: a hearty breakfast.

Synonyms for hearty

warm
cordial
enthusiastic
sincere
heartfelt

Antonyms

cold
half-hearted

Often confused with hearty

hearty vs hardy: hardy (adjective): Physically tough and able to cope with difficult or harsh conditions.

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Related words

healthyIn good physical condition; free from illness.harmonyA state in which people or things agree and fit well together.harmoniousMarked by agreement and cooperation in feelings or actions.happyFeeling pleasure and contentment; enjoying a sense of well-being, comfort, or joy.homageAn act that shows deep respect for someone, often after they have died or stepped down.hallowedTreated with great respect because of a long history or special importance, almost as if it were holy.