Syn. — Hearty; sincere; heartfelt; warm; affectionate; cheering; invigorating. See Hearty.
CORDIAL
Cor"dial, n.
1. Anything that comforts, gladdens, and exhilarates. Charms to my sight, and cordials to my mind. Dryden.
2. (Med)
Defn: Any invigorating and stimulating preparation; as, a peppermint cordial.
3. (Com.)
Defn: Aromatized and sweetened spirit, used as a beverage; a liqueur.
CORDIALITY Cor*dial"i*ty (k, n.; pl. Cordialities (-t. Etym: [LL. cordialitas, fr. cordialis sincere: cf. F. cordialité.]
1. Relation to the heart. [Obs.] That the ancients had any respect of cordiality or reference unto the heart, will much be doubted. Sir T. Browne.
2. Sincere affection and kindness; warmth of regard; heartiness. Motley.