Definitions

1. verb

to give courage or confidence to someone

“The coach tried to hearten the team before the big game.”

2. verb

to give hope or encouragement to someone

“The news of the new job opportunity heartened her after a tough week.”

3. noun

a feeling of courage or confidence

“Her determination gave her hearten to face the challenge head-on.”

4. noun

encouragement or hope

“The letter from her family brought hearten to her during her difficult time.”