heartya.1. Pertaining to, or proceeding from, the heart; warm; cordial; bold; zealous; sincere; willing; also, energetic; active; eager; as, a hearty welcome; hearty in supporting the government.()Full of hearty tears
For our good father's loss. (Marston.)2. Exhibiting strength; sound; healthy; firm; not weak; as, a hearty man; hearty timber.()3. Promoting strength; nourishing; rich; abundant; as, hearty food; a hearty meal.()()n. Comrade; boon companion; good fellow; -- a term of familiar address and fellowship among sailors.(Dickens.)