physique

noun

phy·​sique fə-ˈzēk 

: the form or structure of an animal's body and especially a human body : bodily makeup

Synonyms of physique

• shape
• frame
• figure
• form

Examples of physique in a Sentence

she had a well-toned physique

Recent Examples on the Web

Damon’s physical transformation was indeed one of the most important preliminary aspects of The Odyssey, since Nolan wanted an Odysseus with a lean but defined physique. — Anna Zucca, Vanity Fair, 23 July 2026

Described as having a powerful physique, keen ball-winning skills and an ability to anticipate the next play. — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Playing Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s new movie The Odyssey (in theaters now), Damon, 55, sports an impressive physique, as Happy Sad Confused podcast host Josh Horowitz pointed out in a new clip from his interview with the actor. — Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

For the role, O’Connor had to develop his racket skills and a more muscular physique, splitting time between the tennis court and the gym. — Nick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, from physique physical, bodily, from Latin physicus of nature, from Greek physikos

First Known Use

1804, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for physique

• antique
• batik
• bespeak
• boutique
• cacique
• comique
• critique
• grosbeak
• midweek
• mystique
• oblique
• pratique

Kids Definition

physique

noun

phy·​sique fə-ˈzēk 

: the build of a person's body

Medical Definition

physique

noun

phy·​sique fə-ˈzēk 

: the form or structure of a person's body : bodily makeup

a muscular physique