Stout
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /staʊt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Stout is an adjective meaning (of a person) Large; bulky.
Meaning
(of a person) Large; bulky.
More Meanings
- Firm; resolute; dauntless.
- Materially strong, enduring.
- Obstinate.
- (beer) A dark and strong malt brew made with toasted grain.
- A serving of this beer.
- (obsolete) Bold, strong-minded.
- (obsolete) Proud; haughty.
Example Sentences
Your words have been stout against me.
a stouter champion never handled sword.
Campers prefer stout vessels, sticks and cloth.
Commonly […] they that be rich are lofty and stout.
Word Forms
- stouter
- stoutest
- stouts
- stouting
- stouted
- stoat
Synonyms for stout
Depending on context, synonyms include thickset, corpulent, fat, lusty, vigorous, robust.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include robust, hardy, sturdy, portly, stalwart, fat.
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