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hearty

0 synonyms and 2 antonyms for hearty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Warm, enthusiastic, and genuine.

Antonyms

unhearty heartless

How to use hearty

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a hearty meal a hearty welcome hearty laughter hearty appetite

Etymology

From "heart" plus the adjective suffix "-y" — originally meaning full of heart, i.e. vigorous and sincere.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hearty” mean?

The word “hearty” means warm, enthusiastic, and genuine. In plain terms, either warmly enthusiastic, or (for food) filling and substantial.

How do you pronounce “hearty”?

“Hearty” is pronounced HAH-tee (/ˈhɑɹti/ in IPA).

How do you use “hearty” in a sentence?

Here is “hearty” used in a sentence: “He gave us a hearty welcome when we arrived.”

What is the opposite of “hearty”?

The opposite of “hearty” — its antonyms — are unhearty and heartless.

What part of speech is “hearty”?

“Hearty” is an adjective.

Is “hearty” a common word?

“Hearty” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How many meanings does “hearty” have?

“Hearty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: warm, enthusiastic, and genuine.

Related words

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