heartening
adjectiveUK /ˈhɑːtənɪŋ/
US /ˈhɑːrtənɪŋ/
Making you feel happy and hopeful.
It was heartening to see so many people helping after the storm.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Giving someone more confidence or courage.
The coach's heartening words helped the team keep going.
3. Making something feel easier or less worrying.
The heartening news of her recovery spread quickly through the family.
4. Bringing a feeling of warmth and cheer.
The heartening sight of spring flowers lifted everyone's spirits.