hearty
/ˈhɑɹti/ adjective B1- Warm and cordial towards another person. · a hearty welcome; hearty in supporting the government.
- Energetic, active or eager. · a hearty appetite
- Cheerful; vivacious. · a hearty fellow
- Exhibiting strength; firm; courageous. · a hearty handshake; a hearty timber
- Promoting strength; nourishing. · hearty food
Comparative heartier · Superlative heartiest
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Feet in time, alert and hearty,
Marilla turned quickly away to hide her twitching face; but it was no use; she collapsed on the nearest chair and burst into such a hearty and unusual peal of laughter that Matthew, crossing the yard outside, halted in amazement.
“Oh, Anne,” gasped Jane, as they fled to the girls’ dressing room amid hearty cheers.
Bingley will be very glad to see you; and I will send a few lines by you to assure him of my hearty consent to his marrying whichever he chooses of the girls--though I must throw in a good word for my little Lizzy.”
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