The farmer's heart swelled with gratitude, a warm feeling of thankfulness.
Meaning: The farmer was very thankful.
Choice of Words: Swell means to increase in size or volume. Gratitude means a feeling of appreciation or thankfulness. Warm means having or causing a feeling of heat or comfort. When you put them together, "The farmer's heart swelled with gratitude, a warm feeling of thankfulness" means the farmer felt a deep sense of appreciation and happiness.
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