Meaning

Of firm build; stiff; stout; strong..

Definitions by Sense

1. Of firm build; stiff; stout; strong.
2. Solid in structure or person.
3. (obsolete) Foolishly obstinate or resolute; stubborn.
4. Resolute, in a good sense; or firm, unyielding quality.
5. A disease caused by a coenurus infestation in the brain of an animal, especially a sheep or canid; coenurosis.

Example Sentences

a sturdy oak tree

He was not of any delicate contexture; his limbs rather sturdy then dainty.

It was a sturdy building, able to withstand strong winds and cold weather.

The dog was sturdy and could work all day without getting tired.

Diana’s most recent romantic adventure at that time was with the sturdy hunk Will Carling, captain of the England rugby team, whom she had met in 1995 working out at the Chelsea Harbor Club gym.

This must be done, and I would fain see / Mortal so sturdy as to gainsay.

[A] ſturdy, hardned Sinner ſhall advance to the utmoſt pitch of Impiety with leſs difficulty, leſs reluctance of Mind, than perhaps he took the firſt ſteps in Wickedneſs, whilſt his Conſcience was yet Vigilant and Tender.

a man of sturdy piety or patriotism

Word Forms

• sturdier
• sturdiest

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Use sturdy when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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