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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Cal McMau’s feature directorial debut hardly reinvents the formula, but it does remind audiences what remains so sturdy about the premise of an ordinary man trying to stay alive behind bars.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

One might call it a way to celebrate the legacy of the first film, but that movie’s substantial legacy looks far less sturdy when it’s commodified and resold.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

There remains, though, a distinct line of regional cowboy music and spoken-word poetry that has proved sturdy and continuingly meaningful to people out West, in particular.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

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

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

A sturdy hat to keep the sun and rain off and maybe some bed linens as Chester's are none too choice.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson

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