Muscular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmʌs.kjʊl.ə/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Muscular is an adjective meaning (relational) Of, relating to, or connected with muscles.
Meaning
(relational) Of, relating to, or connected with muscles.
More Meanings
- Brawny, thewy, having strength.
- Having large, well-developed muscles.
- (figurative) Robust, strong.
- Full-bodied
Example Sentences
muscular wine
Playing out now, with Florida leading, is one of the most muscular policing movements in modern times.
Future prime ministers may struggle to replicate the sort of muscular countrywide support that [Narendra] Modi was able to earn.
It was an effort of the mind, of the will, of the nerves; not muscular, for I could not move even so much as my little finger, but none the less mighty for all that.
Synonyms for muscular
Depending on context, synonyms include athletic, beefy, brawny, husky, lusty, muscled.
Antonyms for muscular
Common opposites include pyknic, ectomorphic, endomorphic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mesomorphic, brawny, hefty, strong, powerful, athletic.
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