Answer: heartens

AnswerCrossword Clue
HEARTENSGives hope to
HEARTENSBuoys up
HEARTENSEncourages.
HEARTENSGives courage to
HEARTENSCheers up
HEARTENSCheers
HEARTENSEncourages
heartensMake more cheerful or confident
heartensHEARTEN, to give courage to, also HARTEN