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heartening

/hɑːrtɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does heartening mean?

adjective

Causing or giving someone a feeling of hope or encouragement; giving someone a feeling of renewed confidence or enthusiasm.

Example

"The news was heartening, as it showed a significant improvement in the company's financial situation."

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