Definition of hearty
heartier
;heartiest
1a : giving unqualified support a hearty endorsementb : enthusiastically or exuberantly cordial : jovial had a bluff and hearty bearing, but he was a rogue — Ross Annettc : expressed unrestrainedly a hearty welcome exchanged hearty handshakes
2a : exhibiting vigorous good health hearty young men and womenb (1) : having a good appetite a hearty eater (2) : abundant, rich, or flavorful enough to satisfy the appetite hearty vegetable soup
heartiness
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Examples of hearty in a Sentence
He gave us all a hearty welcome.
hearty young men and women
His grandmother remains hale and hearty in her old age.
Recent Examples of hearty from the Web
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Boris & Horton will allow any dog to enter its premises, and will provide a hearty mix of drink and food options for humans and various treats for the pups.
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The bread soaks up the grease, and that combination makes a hearty side dish that can also cut help strip away spice that lingers inside the mouth.
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Restaurant de l’Ogenblik This traditional brasserie was founded by six friends in 1969 and serves hearty plates of comfort food, with steak and fries and desserts such as lemon sorbet with vodka.
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Something particularly Canadian — hearty, thoughtful, knotty, communal — unites bands like Broken Social Scene, Arcade Fire and the New Pornographers.
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Arrive at the restaurant, sunglasses on, ready for a hearty meal and some hair of the dog.
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Mint and basil add pops of freshness to this hearty noodle bowl. 1 (1 lb.) pork tenderloin 3 tbsp.
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While it's expected for tourists to relax and enjoy a few drinks while traveling, tour operators and tourists say YPT has long stood out for its party-hearty tour groups.
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Prices: Start at $1.99 for snacks, appetizers and lighter fare or $3.49 for soups, sandwiches and hearty fare.
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First Known Use of hearty
14th century
Synonym Discussion of hearty
hearty
Definition of hearty
hearties
: a hearty fellow; also : sailor the albatross mocked by the hearties — Stephen Spender
Examples of hearty in a Sentence
gather round me hearties, and I'll tell you a sea tale that'll shiver your timbers for sure
Recent Examples of hearty from the Web
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Hearty traditional stews and small plates fill this menu, along with a cocktail menu full of Brazilian favorites like the caipirinha.
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Hearty appetizers will be served for a minimum donation of $10.
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At once hearty, spicy and with a tasty slaw for cooling effect, this Asian influenced chicken burger with a pillowy bun rocked our tastebuds.
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Hearty yet shadowy, fanfarelike orchestral bursts alternated with his wistful playing of ruminative passages for violin, rich with Slavic fervor and plaintive lyricism.
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Emily selfishly drags her down to South America for sun, fun and selfies, though Linda simply wants to finish her book rather than party hearty.
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The charros olla, simply described as a small pot of cowboy beans with pork belly, combines meaty chunks in a sauce heightened with pasilla chiles to make for a hearty and satisfying dish.
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Susanna’s Pupuseria and Carryout 3801 14th St. NW Closed May 2 because of insects, rodents and other pests. Hearty’s Chinese Restaurant 13320 Laurel-Bowie Rd., Laurel Closed May 2 for operating without water. Reopened the next day.
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Kids stare, men and women take photos with their phones, drivers accelerate to pass and give a hearty thumbs-up.
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First Known Use of hearty
1835
HEARTY Defined for English Language Learners
hearty
playDefinition of hearty for English Language Learners
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: done or expressed in a very open, cheerful, and energetic way
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: strong, healthy, and active
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: large enough to satisfy hunger
HEARTY Defined for Kids
hearty
playDefinition of hearty for Students
heartier
;heartiest
1 : friendly and enthusiastic a hearty welcome
2 : strong, healthy, and active hearty young men
3 : having a good appetite hearty eaters
4 : large and plentiful a hearty meal
heartiness
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