Definitions

robust

[roh-buhst, roh-buhst] / roʊˈbʌst, ˈroʊ bʌst /

ADJECTIVE

healthy, strong

Synonyms

STRONGEST

booming hearty hefty potent powerful prosperous sturdy tough vigorous

WEAK

able-bodied athletic boisterous brawny built concentrated fit fit as fiddle flourishing full-bodied hale hardy husky in fine fettle in good health in good shape in the pink live lusty muscular peppy powerhouse prospering roaring robustious robustuous rough rugged sinewy snappy sound stout strapping thriving tiger vital well wicked zappy zippy

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fragile impotent incapable ineffective lethargic small unstable weak wobbly

WEAK

flabby infirm soft unhealthy

Example Sentences

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“Hot U.S. inflation and still robust growth are adding upward pressure to global rates,” two members of ING’s Economic and Financial Analysis Division say in a research report.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“Inflows are booming, supported by robust earnings growth, still modest overall equity positioning and elevated buyback activity,” the Deutsche Bank strategists said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

"Cutting stabilises the grass and turf, making a really robust surface for the monument," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

NordVPN stands out as the best overall VPN for U.S. users, offering lightning-fast speeds, a sleek, intuitive interface and robust privacy protections.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

And a robust captive breeding program in China helps ensure a growing panda population.

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh

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