Synonyms for Sturdy
Definition of sturdy
adjective
- 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"
6 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sturdy"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like hardy, robust, rugged can replace "sturdy" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 6 alternatives available, "sturdy" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Sturdy" in song lyrics
See how sturdy is used in real songs:
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"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