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HEARTILY

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Dictionary entry overview: What does heartily mean?

• HEARTILY (adverb)
The adverb HEARTILY has 2 senses:

1. with gusto and without reservation
2. in a hearty manner

Familiarity information: HEARTILY used as an adverb is rare.

Dictionary entry details

• HEARTILY (adverb)

Sense 1

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Meaning:

With gusto and without reservation

Context example:

the boy threw himself heartily into his work

Pertainym:

hearty (without reservation)

Sense 2

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Meaning:

In a hearty manner

Synonyms:

cordially; warmly; heartily

Context examples:

'Yes,' the children chorused heartily / We welcomed her warmly

Pertainym:

hearty (showing warm and heartfelt friendliness)

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