sinewiness

The athlete's sinewiness was evident as he lifted the heavy weight.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • State of having prominent sinews: "Sinewiness" refers to the quality or condition of being sinewy, characterized by strong, well-defined tendons or muscles.
   • Physical strength and robustness: It also denotes a state of being tough, resilient, and muscular, often implying leanness and vigor.

Usage Examples

• (The athlete had prominent, strong sinews visible under the skin.)
• (Her physical toughness and muscularity were a result of hard work.)
• (His lean, muscular condition made him appear younger and stronger.)

Advanced Usage

• "sinewiness of character": metaphorical use meaning mental or moral toughness and resilience.

  • His sinewiness of character allowed him to endure years of hardship. (His inner strength and resilience helped him persevere.)

• "sinewiness of argument": used to describe a logical structure that is strong, tight, and well-supported.

  • The sinewiness of her reasoning convinced even the skeptics. (The argument was robust and well-articulated.)

Variants and Related Words

• Sinewy (adj): having strong sinews; muscular and lean.
  • The sinewy runner crossed the finish line first. (The runner was lean and muscular.)
• Sinew (n): a tendon or strong fibrous tissue connecting muscle to bone; also, a source of strength or power.
  • The sinews of the leg are crucial for jumping. (The tendons provide structural support.)
• Sinelike (adj): resembling sinew in toughness or elasticity.
  • The sinewiness of the rope made it ideal for climbing. (The rope was tough and flexible like sinew.)

Synonyms

• Muscularity: the quality of being muscular or having well-developed muscles.
• Toughness: the state of being strong and resilient.
• Robustness: the quality of being strong, healthy, and vigorous.
• Leanness: thinness combined with muscular definition, often associated with sinewiness.

Related Idioms

• "The sinews of war": a historical idiom meaning money or resources needed to wage war.
  • Without a strong economy, a nation lacks the sinews of war. (Financial resources are the essential strength for conflict.)
• "Worthy of his sinews": deserving of the effort or strength required.
  • The reward was worthy of his sinews after months of training. (The prize justified the physical exertion.)

Phrasal Verbs

• • He sinewed up his arguments with additional evidence. (He reinforced his arguments.)