sturdy
/'stə:di/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Strongly and solidly built; not easily damaged or broken: Describes objects, structures, or materials that are robust and durable.
- Showing determination and firmness of purpose; uncompromising: Describes attitudes, beliefs, or resistance that are resolute and unwavering.
- (Of a person or animal) Physically strong and healthy; hardy: Describes a physique that is robust and capable of enduring hardship.
Usage Examples
- Describing objects or construction:
- The table was made of sturdy oak and lasted for generations.
- We need a sturdy box to ship these fragile items.
- Describing attitudes or resolve:
- She offered a sturdy defense of her principles during the debate.
- The community's sturdy opposition forced the council to reconsider the plan.
- Describing people or animals:
- The sturdy hiker carried a heavy pack up the mountain with ease.
- He was a sturdy lad, well-suited for farm work.
Advanced Usage
- "Sturdy as an oak": A simile emphasizing great strength and reliability.
- Despite the challenges, his faith remained as sturdy as an oak.
- Used in formal or literary contexts to imply a commendable, unyielding quality.
- The nation was built on the sturdy virtues of its pioneers.
Variants and Related Words
- Sturdily (adverb): In a strong, solid, or determined manner.
- The cabin was sturdily constructed to withstand winter storms.
- Sturdiness (noun): The quality of being sturdy.
- The sturdiness of the old bridge is a testament to its builders.
Synonyms
- Robust: Strong and healthy; vigorous.
- Stalwart: Loyal, reliable, and hardworking.
- Hardy: Capable of enduring difficult conditions.
- Uncompromising: Showing an unwillingness to make concessions.
Antonyms
- Flimsy: Light and insubstantial; easily damaged.
- Weak: Lacking physical strength or resolve.
- Fragile: Easily broken or damaged.
Related Phrases
- Sturdy beggar: (Historical/Literary) A term sometimes used for a vagrant or beggar who is physically capable of working.
- Sturdy common sense: Implies practical, reliable, and unwavering good judgment.
- She navigated the crisis with sturdy common sense.
Adjective
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substantially made or constructed
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sturdy steel shelves
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sturdy canvas
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a tough all-weather fabric
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some plastics are as tough as metal
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not making concessions
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took an uncompromising stance in the peace talks
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uncompromising honesty
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having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
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hardy explorers of northern Canada
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proud of her tall stalwart son
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stout seamen
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sturdy young athletes
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