Meaning & use

sturdy

adjective·Everyday

Strongly and solidly built or made, able to withstand rough use or pressure.

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The old oak table was sturdy enough to hold the entire feast.

She wore sturdy boots for the long hike across rocky terrain.

A note on using this word

Sturdy applies to physical objects and structures, and figuratively to people or relationships that endure hardship well.

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Words with an opposite meaning

flimsyfragile

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