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 of full-bodied

• rich
• robust
• strong
• potent

Examples of full-bodied in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Freedom is the presence of choice, play, and our full-bodied imaginations. — Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026

Here are the seven best full-bodied Albariños to enjoy this fall. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2026

Winesap apples bring intense, full-bodied flavor with deep cider-like notes, and are equally suited to cooking, eating fresh, and making cider. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

This is their flagship red — 14-16 months in French oak, full-bodied, dark fruit and spice, structured enough to age a few years but drinking well now. — Bill St. John, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for full-bodied

• embodied
• bodied
• disembodied

Kids Definition

full-bodied

adjective

full-bod·​ied

-ˈbäd-ēd

: having a rich strong flavor