adjective
- feeling encouraged, cheered up, or given hope
Examples
- She was heartened by the positive response to her presentation.
- The team felt heartened after their coach’s inspiring speech.
- I was heartened to see so many volunteers helping at the shelter.
- The patient seemed heartened by the doctor’s optimistic prognosis.
- We were heartened by the community’s generous donations.
- He felt heartened knowing his friends supported his decision.