full-bodied

adjective

full-bod·​ied ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd 

1

: having a large body

2

of a beverage : imparting to the palate the general impression of substantial weight and rich texture

3

: having importance, significance, or meaningfulness

full-bodied study of literature

Synonyms

• big
• concentrated
• full
• heady
• lusty
• muscular
• plush
• potent
• rich
• robust
• strong

Examples of full-bodied in a Sentence

after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee

Recent Examples on the Web

There was laughter: full-bodied at times, faltering at others, as viewers grappled with whether they were being entertained or horrified in real time. —Caitlin Chatterton, CNN, 2 July 2024

This mascara amplifies lashes with just one swipe, thanks to a full-bodied formula that volumizes strands from root to tip. —Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 26 June 2024

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The full-bodied double Melton fabric is designed for raw cut garments and is available in mélange, blues, grays and natural tones. —Andrea Onate, WWD, 24 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

full-bodied

adjective

full-bod·​ied

-ˈbäd-ēd

: having a rich strong flavor