rugged

• Décrit quelque chose de rude, inégal ou robuste ; souvent utilisé pour des paysages, un terrain ou une apparence forte et sévère chez une personne.

Describes something that is rough, uneven, or sturdy; often used for landscapes, terrain, or a person's strong, tough appearance.

1. Rough and uneven terrainB1formal

   Having a rough, uneven, or rocky surface; not smooth.

   Terrain accidenté

   • The hikers crossed the rugged mountain terrain.
   • The coastline is known for its rugged cliffs.
   • They drove through rugged countryside in their jeep.

   Synonymesbrokenbumpycraggyirregularjaggedrockyroughstonyuneven

   Antonymesevenflatlevelsmooth

2. Strong and durableB1formal

   Designed to be strong, sturdy, and able to withstand harsh conditions.

   Robuste

   • This is a rugged laptop built for outdoor use.
   • The watch has a rugged design that resists water and shock.
   • Rugged boots are essential for hiking in the wilderness.

   Synonymesdurablehardyheavy-dutyrobuststoutsturdysubstantialtough

   Antonymesdelicateflimsyfragilefrailtenderweak

3. Attractively strong-featuredB2informal

   Having a strong, masculine, and often handsome appearance.

   au visage masculin et attrayant

   • He has a rugged face with a strong jawline.
   • The actor is known for his rugged good looks.
   • She found his rugged charm very appealing.

   Synonymeschiseledcraggymanlymasculinevirile