heartily

[ˈhɑːtəli]

heartily Definition

  • 1with enthusiasm, vigor, or conviction
  • 2in a way that is sincere, genuine, and without reservation

Using heartily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "heartily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I heartily recommend this book to anyone interested in the subject.

  • Example

    He laughed heartily at the joke.

  • Example

    She welcomed us heartily into her home.

  • Example

    We ate heartily after a long day of hiking.

heartily Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for heartily

Phrases with heartily

  • to be deeply affected by something, especially criticism or advice

    Example

    She took his words to heart and worked hard to improve her performance.

  • with great sincerity and feeling

    Example

    She thanked him from the bottom of her heart for his help.

  • eat one's heart out

    to feel intense longing or jealousy

    Example

    She's been eating her heart out ever since she found out he got the promotion instead of her.

Origins of heartily

from Middle English 'hertely', meaning 'cordially, with all one's heart'

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Summary: heartily in Brief

'Heartily' [ˈhɑːtəli] means with enthusiasm, vigor, or conviction, and in a way that is sincere, genuine, and without reservation. It can be used to describe recommendations, laughter, welcomes, and eating. Phrases like 'take something to heart' and 'from the bottom of one's heart' emphasize sincerity and feeling.

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