hearten
verb (used with object)
to give courage or confidence to; cheer.
has heartened
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present perfectof hearten (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The news that Cooper and three other hostages were released has heartened Ryan Pessah, a Sacramento resident.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2023
The report has heartened the Architects' Journal, which has been campaigning against any unnecessary demolition.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2021
The record-breaking pace of vaccine developers has heartened many who want to see the virus tamed in the new year and life return to normal.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 20, 2020
Francis' ascent to the papacy in 2013, replacing the more conservative Pope Benedict, has heartened gay Africans.
From Reuters ● Nov. 22, 2015
Indeed, to know that you are armed has heartened me immensely.
From The Penalty by Howard Chandler Christy
