Answer:

heartens

Answer	Crossword Clue
HEARTENS	Gives hope to
HEARTENS	Buoys up
HEARTENS	Encourages.

HEARTENS	Gives courage to
HEARTENS	Cheers up
HEARTENS	Cheers
HEARTENS	Encourages

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.