Hard and Robust

Hard

Hard adjective - Able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure.
Usage example: they were forced to import sheep of a harder stock, one that could thrive in the harsh climate

Robust and hard are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Robust" instead an adjective "Hard".

Nearby Words: harden, hardship, hardy, hardly, hardness

Robust

Robust adjective - Enjoying health and vigor.
Usage example: a robust and sturdy toddler

Hard and robust are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hard" instead an adjective "Robust".

Nearby Words: robustness, robustly

Both words in one sentence

  • It wasn't until the invasion of France and the implementation of rationing made the clothes more subdued and more "hard chic" robust in form.
  • Hearing Voices It is however hard to collect robust data on this since people who experience no problems are much less likely to seek help or come forward to speak of their experience.
  • While it was a robust and well made weapon, it did have an unfortunate tendency to fire off bursts whenever the butt was given a hard knock while it was cocked and loaded.
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