sturdily built

Meanings

1. 1adjectivebefore a noun

   Having a strong, solid body or frame; physically robust.

   Grammar: Usually comes before a noun: a sturdily built man. Can also follow 'be': he is sturdily built.

   Patterns

   • be sturdily built
   • a sturdily built person

   The farmer was sturdily built, with broad shoulders and strong hands.

   She is sturdily built and can carry heavy loads without help.

   The sturdily built boxer took the punch without stepping back.

2. 2adjectivebefore a noun

   Made strongly and solidly, so it is not easily damaged.

   Grammar: Often describes furniture, buildings, or vehicles: a sturdily built table.

   Patterns

   • be sturdily built
   • a sturdily built structure

   The sturdily built shed survived the storm without any damage.

   This sturdily built bicycle is perfect for rough country roads.

   They live in a sturdily built stone house that has stood for centuries.

Common combinations

sturdily built man

A sturdily built man helped us push the car.

sturdily built house

The sturdily built house withstood the earthquake.

sturdily built furniture

They bought sturdily built furniture that would last for years.

sturdily built frame

The sturdily built frame of the chair supports a lot of weight.

Synonyms and how they differ

well-built

Very similar, but often suggests an attractive, muscular body rather than just strength.

solid

Focuses on being hard and not easily broken; can describe objects but not usually people's bodies.

robust

More formal and often used for systems or health, not just physical build.

Opposites

Word family

sturdy adjective

Strong and unlikely to break or be hurt.

sturdiness noun

The quality of being strong and solid.

Commonly confused: sturdily built or strongly built?

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