adverb
- in a vigorous, enthusiastic, or wholehearted manner
- with a good appetite; abundantly
- sincerely and warmly
Usage: often used with eating or drinking
Examples
- She laughed heartily at his joke.
- The team heartily endorsed the new proposal.
- He ate heartily after the long hike.
- They heartily welcomed the new neighbors.
- The audience applauded heartily after the performance.
- She heartily agreed with the decision.
- The children played heartily in the snow.