heartier; heartiest
1
a
: giving unqualified support
a hearty endorsement
b
: enthusiastically or exuberantly cordial : jovial
had a bluff and hearty bearing, but he was a rogue—
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c
: expressed unrestrainedly
a hearty welcome
exchanged hearty handshakes
2
a
: exhibiting vigorous good health
hearty young men and women
b(1)
: having a good appetite
a hearty eater
(2)
: abundant, rich, or flavorful enough to satisfy the appetite
hearty vegetable soup
heartiness
noun
plural hearties
: a hearty fellow
Synonyms
Examples of hearty in a Sentence
Adjective
He gave us all a hearty welcome.
hearty young men and women
His grandmother remains hale and hearty in her old age.
Noun
gather round me hearties, and I'll tell you a sea tale that'll shiver your timbers for sure
Recent Examples on the WebSandra Dallas, The Denver Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Ham biscuits can be prepared in advance for a hearty make-ahead breakfast or snack.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
When they were released from their jobs during the economic crisis of 1929, many of these women decided to open their own restaurants, known today as bouchons, referring to homey, casual eateries serving affordable and hearty fare.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
Feats of derring-do, bouts of inspiration and a hearty show of strength for Nordic animation are but three of many motifs underscoring this year’s Cartoon Movie, which runs over March 5 – 7 in Bordeaux.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 5 Mar. 2024
Bake a savory carrot ribbon tart for a unique and flavorful pastry, or whip up a hearty parsnip and apple soup to keep you warm until spring arrives.
—Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 1 Mar. 2024
Owners Joe Lindsay and Emma Brewster offer hearty bagels, sandwiches, and deli sides (and Intelligentsia coffee to boot) in a homey space decorated with vintage photographs and paintings by local artists.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 21 Mar. 2024
And, along with its hearty sentiment, Cukor delivers a strong repudiation of provincial American moralism.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 19 Mar. 2024
Each forkful is like a hearty hug, begging you to go back for more.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2024
Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 19 Mar. 2024
In this hearty, colorful salad, cauliflower florets, slivers of red onion and briny capers are coated with spices and roasted until the florets turn soft and sweet, and the onions and capers get browned and crisp.
—Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024
David’s response: an eruption of hearty, jaw-trembling laughter.
—M.d. Rodrigues, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2024
My hunger – who knew mindful thought burned so many calories? – didn’t abate until after a hearty, if slightly cardboard-tasting, vegan burrito at Farmer and the Cook, the city’s best healthy-dining option.
—Sam McManis, Sacramento Bee, 31 Jan. 2024
What To Serve with Ham-and-Bean Soup Filling and hearty, this soup doesn't need much to make a satisfying meal.
—Paige Grandjean, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
Tomato sauce: Adds a hearty, tomato flavor to the meatloaf.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2023
The area around L’Aquila, at the foot of the mountainous Gran Sasso National Park, was known for hearty, energy-spiking cuisine — including that nougat.
—Julia Buckley, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2023
Combs’ hearty, raspy vocal is nicely paired with Worsham’s relaxed, euphonious singing.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 21 Aug. 2023
Adjective
Hundreds of hearty souls headed to the Great Plains to homestead.
—Sandra Dallas, The Denver Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Ham biscuits can be prepared in advance for a hearty make-ahead breakfast or snack.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
When they were released from their jobs during the economic crisis of 1929, many of these women decided to open their own restaurants, known today as bouchons, referring to homey, casual eateries serving affordable and hearty fare.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
Feats of derring-do, bouts of inspiration and a hearty show of strength for Nordic animation are but three of many motifs underscoring this year’s Cartoon Movie, which runs over March 5 – 7 in Bordeaux.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 5 Mar. 2024
Bake a savory carrot ribbon tart for a unique and flavorful pastry, or whip up a hearty parsnip and apple soup to keep you warm until spring arrives.
—Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 1 Mar. 2024
Owners Joe Lindsay and Emma Brewster offer hearty bagels, sandwiches, and deli sides (and Intelligentsia coffee to boot) in a homey space decorated with vintage photographs and paintings by local artists.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 21 Mar. 2024
And, along with its hearty sentiment, Cukor delivers a strong repudiation of provincial American moralism.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 19 Mar. 2024
Each forkful is like a hearty hug, begging you to go back for more.
—Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2024
Noun
The acting is bluff and hearty, but the real stars are the sunflowers.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 19 Mar. 2024
In this hearty, colorful salad, cauliflower florets, slivers of red onion and briny capers are coated with spices and roasted until the florets turn soft and sweet, and the onions and capers get browned and crisp.
—Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024
David’s response: an eruption of hearty, jaw-trembling laughter.
—M.d. Rodrigues, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2024
My hunger – who knew mindful thought burned so many calories? – didn’t abate until after a hearty, if slightly cardboard-tasting, vegan burrito at Farmer and the Cook, the city’s best healthy-dining option.
—Sam McManis, Sacramento Bee, 31 Jan. 2024
What To Serve with Ham-and-Bean Soup Filling and hearty, this soup doesn't need much to make a satisfying meal.
—Paige Grandjean, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
Tomato sauce: Adds a hearty, tomato flavor to the meatloaf.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2023
The area around L’Aquila, at the foot of the mountainous Gran Sasso National Park, was known for hearty, energy-spiking cuisine — including that nougat.
—Julia Buckley, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2023
Combs’ hearty, raspy vocal is nicely paired with Worsham’s relaxed, euphonious singing.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 21 Aug. 2023
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hearty
1 of 2 adjective
heartier; heartiest
1
a
: wholehearted, sincere
hearty agreement
b
: enthusiastically friendly
a hearty welcome
c
: unrestrained sense 2
hearty laughter
2
a
: exhibiting very good health
hale and hearty
b
: having a good appetite
a hearty eater
c
: being plentiful and satisfying
a hearty meal
heartiness
noun
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