sturdy

• Descreve algo forte, resistente e capaz de suportar pressão, peso ou desgaste sem se quebrar. Também pode indicar algo sólido, bem construído e confiável.

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.

   Forte e resistente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdurablehardyresilientrobustruggedsolidstalwartstoutstrongtough

   Antônimosdelicateflimsyfragilefrailweak

2. Firm and unyieldingB2formal

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

   Firme e inabalável

   • 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.

   Sinônimosfirmresolutesteadfastunwaveringunyielding

   Antônimosflexiblepliablewaveringweakyielding

3. Well-built and durableB1formal

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

   Robusto e durável

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdurablehardyheavy-dutyrobustruggedsolidstrongsubstantialtough

   Antônimosdelicateflimsyfragilefrailricketyshakyweak