Stumpy and Slight

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Stumpy adjective - Being compact and broad in build and often short in stature.

Usage example: stumpy penguins become agile swimmers the moment they hit the water

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Slight is an antonym for stumpy.

Nearby Words: stump, stumped, stumper, stumping

Slight adjective - Lacking bodily strength.

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Stumpy is an antonym for slight.

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