Sinewy and Skinny

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Sinewy adjective - Marked by a well-developed musculature.

Usage example: the sinewy arms of the weight lifter

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Skinny is an antonym for sinewy in stringy topic.

Nearby Word: sinew

Skinny adjective - Being of less than usual width.

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Sinewy is an antonym for skinny.

Nearby Words: skinned, skinning

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