Definition: substantially made or constructed
Usage: sturdy steel shelves; sturdy canvas; a tough all-weather fabric; some plastics are as tough as metal
Similar words: rugged
Definition: sturdy and strong in constitution or construction; enduring
Usage: with a house full of boys you have to have rugged furniture
Synonyms: inflexible, sturdy, uncompromising
Definition: not making concessions
Usage: took an uncompromising stance in the peace talks; uncompromising honesty
Synonyms: hardy, stalwart, stout, sturdy
Definition: having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
Usage: hardy explorers of northern Canada; proud of her tall stalwart son; stout seamen; sturdy young athletes
Similar words: robust
Definition: sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction
Usage: a robust body; a robust perennial