Hefty and Sinewy

Hefty

Hefty adjective - Strongly and heavily built.
Usage example: hefty since childhood, he became a champion wrestler

Sinewy is a synonym for hefty in burly topic. In some cases you can use "Sinewy" instead an adjective "Hefty".

Nearby Words: heft, hefted, hefting

Sinewy

Sinewy adjective - Marked by a well-developed musculature.
Usage example: the sinewy arms of the weight lifter

Hefty is a synonym for sinewy in burly topic. You can use "Hefty" instead an adjective "Sinewy".

Nearby Word: sinew
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