Associations to the word «Hearty»

HEARTY, adjective. Pertaining to, or proceeding from, the heart; warm; cordial; bold; zealous; sincere; willing; also, energetic; active; eager.

HEARTY, adjective. Exhibiting strength; sound; healthy; firm; not weak.

HEARTY, adjective. Promoting strength; nourishing; rich; abundant.

HEARTY, noun. (obsolete or jocular nautical) a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors.

HEARTY AS A BUCK, adjective. (US) (simile) Extremely healthy.

HEARTY, adjective. Showing warm and heartfelt friendliness; "gave us a cordial reception"; "a hearty welcome".

HEARTY, adjective. Providing abundant nourishment; "a hearty meal"; "good solid food"; "ate a substantial breakfast"; "four square meals a day".

HEARTY, adjective. Endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health; "a hearty glow of health".

HEARTY, adjective. Consuming abundantly and with gusto; "a hearty (or healthy) appetite".

HEARTY, adjective. Without reservation; "hearty support".