1. showing warm and friendly feelings; enthusiastic and sincere
2. large in amount; substantial
3. strong and healthy; robust

1. a fellow sailor
Usage: nautical; informal

Examples

• She gave him a hearty welcome when he arrived.
• The team received hearty congratulations after their victory.
• We enjoyed a hearty breakfast before the hike.
• The soup was hearty and filling on the cold day.
• Despite his age, he remained hearty and active.
• The old sailor greeted his hearties at the dock.
• Her hearty laugh filled the room with joy.