hearten
verb (used with object)
to give courage or confidence to; cheer.
hearteningly
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a word derived from
hearten.
Example Sentences
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Perhaps most conspicuous — remarkably and hearteningly, given that Blanchard is straight — they both involve queer male protagonists, and their struggles with traditional conceptions of masculinity are part of their heartfelt charm.
From New York Times ● Apr. 11, 2023
And, hearteningly, there has already been a show of solidarity from Ukraine’s border states and other European countries.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 24, 2022
Perhaps most hearteningly, Echohawk has been impressed by the people she works with and serves.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 27, 2020
As the chant indicates, he did it by going to war with his team’s fans—and, hearteningly, losing.
From Slate ● Oct. 31, 2014
The mail poured in, hearteningly favorable and moving.
From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin
