heartier; heartiest
Definition of hearty
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : giving unqualified support
a hearty endorsement
b : enthusiastically or exuberantly cordial : jovial had a bluff and hearty bearing, but he was a rogue— Ross Annett
c : expressed unrestrainedly
a hearty welcome exchanged hearty handshakes
2a : 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
hearty
noun plural hearties
Definition of hearty (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of hearty was in the 14th century
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