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Meaning of heartened
The primary meaning of the word "heartened" is to feel more confident or determined.
Etymology of heartened
The word "heartened" comes from the Old English words "heorte" (heart) and "hērtan" (to make firm or strong), and has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe a state of being encouraged or reassured.
Synonyms
encouraged
uplifted
inspired
motivated
reassured
comforted
cheered
gladdened
delighted
pleased
thrilled
exhilarated
invigorated
revitalized
refreshed
renewed
restored
strengthened
buoyed
lifted
elevated
boosted
supported
sustained
consoled
soothed
calmed
placated
appeased
mollified
heartened
emboldened
fortified
energized
stimulated
stirred
aroused
awakened
enlivened
animated
vivified
quickened
kindled
sparked
fired
ignited
fanned
fueled
encouraged
motivated
galvanized
roused
provoked
goaded
spurred
driven
impelled
compelled
coerced
pressured
urged
prompted
inspired
persuaded
cajoled
wheedled
enticed
allured
attracted
drawn
captivated
enthralled
fascinated
mesmerized
spellbound
enthused
excited
thrilled
electrified
exhilarated
Definitions
- Feeling more confident or determined because of something that has happened or been said
- * Feeling encouraged or reassured
Usage Examples
- The news of the new job opportunity heartened her and gave her the confidence to start applying to other positions.
- * The team was heartened by their victory in the first game of the tournament.
Antonyms
discouraged
disheartened
depressed
saddened
dispirited
dejected
despondent
despairing
hopeless
defeated
demoralized
demotivated
disillusioned
disenchanted
unhappy
unhappy
unenthusiastic
uninspired
unmotivated
unencouraged
unpersuaded
unconvinced
disbelieving
skeptical
doubtful
uncertain
fearful
anxious
worried
apprehensive
nervous
tense
strained
uptight
on edge