chiseled

• Describe un cuerpo o rasgos faciales que tienen contornos nítidos, fuertes y bien formados, a menudo como resultado del ejercicio o de un trabajo esculpido.

Describes a person's body or facial features that are sharply defined, strong, and well-formed, often as a result of exercise or sculpting.

1. Well-defined and sharpB2formal

   Having a clear, sharp, and well-defined shape, especially used to describe facial features or a physique.

   Tallado, bien definido

   • He had a chiseled jawline that made him look very handsome.
   • The statue's chiseled features were incredibly detailed.
   • Her chiseled cheekbones were prominent in the portrait.

   Sinónimosangularcarvedcutdefinedetchedrefinedsculptedsharp

   Antónimosblurredflabbyindistinctplumproundsoftundefinedvague

2. Sculpted or carvedB2formal

   Shaped or formed by cutting or carving, as if by a chisel.

   esculpido, cincelado

   • The artist created a chiseled marble bust of the emperor.
   • The chiseled edges of the stone gave it a modern look.
   • The mountain had a chiseled appearance from years of erosion.

   Sinónimoscarvedcutengravedincisedsculpted

   Antónimosunformedunshaped

• Verbo que significa cortar o dar forma a madera, piedra o metal con un cincel, así como engañar o estafar a alguien.

A verb meaning to cut or shape wood, stone, or metal using a chisel, or to cheat or swindle someone.

1. Carve with a chiselB1formalart

   To cut, shape, or engrave a material such as wood, stone, or metal using a chisel.

   Cincelar

   • The sculptor chiseled a beautiful figure out of marble.
   • He carefully chiseled the wood to create a smooth surface.
   • The artist chiseled intricate patterns into the stone.

   Sinónimoscarvecutengravehewincisesculptshape

2. Cheat or swindleB2informal

   To obtain something from someone by dishonest means, such as trickery or fraud.

   Estafar

   • The con artist chiseled the elderly woman out of her savings.
   • He tried to chisel his way into the deal by lying about his credentials.
   • They were caught chiseling customers by overcharging for repairs.

   Sinónimosbilkcheatcondefraudfleecegyprookscrewswindle

3. Engage in deceitful behaviorC1informal

   To act dishonestly or use trickery to gain an advantage.

   Engañar con artimañas

   • The politician was known for chiseling during negotiations.
   • He chiseled his way to the top by manipulating others.
   • She warned him not to chisel in the business deal.

   Sinónimosbilkcheatcondeceivedefraudfleecerookscamswindletrick

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