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Sturdy Definition & Meaning

sturdy
adjective
  1. having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships; "hardy explorers of northern Canada"; "proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen"; "sturdy young athletes"
  2. not making concessions; "took an uncompromising stance in the peace talks"; "uncompromising honesty"
  3. substantially made or constructed; "sturdy steel shelves"; "sturdy canvas"; "a tough all-weather fabric"; "some plastics are as tough as metal"

"Sturdy" in song lyrics

See how sturdy is used in real songs:

  • "Early awake posture sturdy"
    Quest Rah — Heat
  • "Man I miss the cartridge, them joints were sturdy"
    Random & K-Murdock — Drop the Load (8-Bit Remix)
  • "that sustained me early remaining sturdy"
    Toby (of Inverse) — On My Way

Usage tips for "sturdy"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sturdy" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sturdy to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does sturdy mean?
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships; "hardy explorers of northern Canada"; "proud of her tall stalwart son"; "stout seamen"; "sturdy young athletes" not making concessions; "took an uncompromising stance in the peace talks"; "uncompromising honesty" substantially made or constructed; "sturdy steel shelves"; "sturdy canvas"; "a tough all-weather fabric"; "some plastics are as tough as metal"
What part of speech is sturdy?
Sturdy is an adjective.
How many definitions does sturdy have?
Sturdy has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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