Synonyms for

Heartening

Verb / ˈhɑ:rtʌnɪŋ / / ˈhɑ:rtnɪŋ / Another word for heartening — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

making someone feel happier or more hopeful

Synonyms & similar words

inspiriting hearten recreate embolden cheer dishearten encouraging inspiring uplifting cheering comforting reassuring stimulating rousing exhilarating invigorating refreshing emboldening strengthening fortifying enlivening reviving energizing motivating enheartening gladdening

Example sentences

  1. The kind words from her friend were heartening.
  2. The team's victory was heartening for the fans.
  3. The support from the community was heartening to the family.
  4. The teacher's praise was heartening for the student.
  5. The sunshine after a rainy day was heartening for everyone.

Quotes

  • Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul - and sings the tunes without the words - and never stops at all. - Emily Dickinson
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt
  • The best way to predict the future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln

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