sturdy

• Beschreibt etwas, das fest, kräftig und widerstandsfähig ist und Druck oder Abnutzung standhalten kann.

Describes something that is strong, solid, and able to withstand pressure or wear.

1. Physically strong and resilientB1formal

   Having a robust and durable physical constitution; able to withstand fatigue or difficult conditions.

   Robust und widerstandsfähig

   • The sturdy hiker carried his heavy pack for miles without complaint.
   • She was a sturdy child, rarely getting sick.
   • The old farmer remained sturdy despite his age.

   Synonymedurablehardyresilientrobustruggedsolidstalwartstoutstrongtough

   Antonymedelicateflimsyfragilefrailweak

2. Firm and unyieldingB2formal

   Not easily swayed or changed; resolute and uncompromising in position or belief.

   Fest und unerschütterlich

   • He maintained a sturdy defense of his principles.
   • The union made a sturdy stand against the proposed cuts.
   • Her sturdy refusal to accept the offer surprised everyone.

   Synonymefirmresolutesteadfastunwaveringunyielding

   Antonymeflexiblepliablewaveringweakyielding

3. Well-built and durableB1formal

   Constructed in a strong and solid manner, designed to last.

   Robust und langlebig

   • The table is made of sturdy oak wood.
   • We bought a sturdy pair of boots for hiking.
   • The bridge was built to be sturdy enough to withstand storms.

   Synonymedurablehardyheavy-dutyrobustruggedsolidstrongsubstantialtough

   Antonymedelicateflimsyfragilefrailricketyshakyweak