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robust

/ɹoʊˈbʌst/adjective2 syllables

Robust means: sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction.

Synonyms for robust29

adjective, as in sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction

beefy, burly, husky, strapping, buirdly, big-boned, big-chested, chesty, big-shouldered, broad-shouldered, square-shouldered, cast-iron, iron, hardy
and 10 more, stalwart, stout, sturdy, half-hardy, heavy-armed, square-built, vigorous, healthy, rugged, strong

adjective, as in marked by richness and fullness of flavor

full-bodied, racy, rich, tasty

adjective, as in strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity

adjective, as in rough and crude

unrefined

Opposites of robust

What does robust mean?4

adjective

1

sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction“a robust body”

2

marked by richness and fullness of flavor“a rich ruby port”

3

strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity“the experiment yielded robust results”

4

rough and crude“a robust tale”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with robust?17

three syllables

antitrust
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Robust in a sentence

  • So far from being robust, he was extremely weak.unknown
  • Full oxidation gives black tea its deep, robust flavor and dark amber color.Ahha
  • The boxes produced here are made of a very robust material.marcelostockle
  • The software is extremely robust and full-featured.Cangarejo
  • The company has implemented robust security measures to protect sensitive customer data.calypsow
  • Assam tea is known for its robust and malty flavors, originating in India.Ahha
  • Algeria and China have developed a robust trade relationship.Amastan
  • Exports and investment have been key drivers of Slovakia's robust growth in recent years.The_World_Factbook

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Forms of robust

as a adjective

comparative
robuster
superlative
robustest