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Definitions

sturdy

[stur-dee] / ˈstɜr di /
ADJECTIVE
solid, durable
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bulky hearty hulking muscular powerful robust rugged stiff stout strapping strong
WEAK
athletic built to last determined firm flourishing hardy hefty husky lusty powerhouse resolute secure sound stalwart staunch steadfast stouthearted strong-arm substantial tenacious tough unyielding vigorous well-built well-made
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calm delicate easy feeble flabby infirm mild moderate skinny small soft thin tiny unhealthy weak
WEAK
unstable wobbly

Example Sentences

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Occasionally, using foot pedals, his bold and sturdy basslines gave way to broadly vibrating masses of low-end sound.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Karen Barwick from Carlisle is among those who dislikes the sight of these sturdy little creatures impaled on fences.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Not only does the Ellisons’ gamble look less sturdy, but so do their sources of backup.

From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026

The classic, 60% stock, 40% bond portfolio is a sturdy place to start.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Farmer sent a driver in a sturdy four-wheel-drive pickup to retrieve me from the Port-au-Prince airport.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.