| a. | 1. | Pertaining to, or proceeding from, the heart; warm; cordial; bold; zealous; sincere; willing; also, energetic; active; eager; |
| 2. | Exhibiting strength; sound; healthy; firm; not weak; | |
| 3. | Promoting strength; nourishing; rich; abundant; | |
| n. | 1. | Comrade; boon companion; good fellow; - a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors. |
| Adj. | 1. | hearty - showing warm and heartfelt friendliness; "gave us a cordial reception"; "a hearty welcome" Synonyms: cordial |
| 2. | hearty - providing abundant nourishment; "a hearty meal"; "good solid food"; "ate a substantial breakfast" | |
| 3. | hearty - endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health; "a hearty glow of health" | |
| 4. | hearty - consuming abundantly and with gusto; "a hearty (or healthy) appetite" | |
| 5. | hearty - without reservation; "hearty support" |
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