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View synonyms for hearten

hearten

[ hahr-tn ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to give courage or confidence to; cheer.


hearten

/ ˈhɑːtən /

verb

  1. to make or become cheerful


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Other Words From

  • hearten·er noun
  • hearten·ing·ly adverb

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Word History and Origins

Origin of hearten1

First recorded in 1520–30; heart + -en 1

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Example Sentences

Andy Green rolled over and sent him a friendly glance just to hearten him a bit.

I cried, to hearten me—for we were both counting the days now between us and the fishing.

I could not hear what he said, but the men began to count off, and their voices were resolute enough to hearten all.

Then it was that Isaac's nonsense really served to hearten us.

The way was led by the clergy, and quickly a church was built to hearten the emigrants.

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