sturdy

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈstɜːdi/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈstɜrdi/

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Adjective

Positive sturdy

Comparative sturdier

Superlative sturdiest

1. If something is sturdy, it is solid, strong or firm.

   It was a sturdy building, able to withstand strong winds and cold weather.

   The dog was sturdy and could work all day without getting tired.

2. If something or someone is sturdy, they are solid in structure or personality.

Related words

• sturdiness
• sturdily