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

It is aged to perfection delivering a smooth, full-bodied bourbon that balances sweet corn richness with subtle oak and spice. —Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025

There’s an incredible array of wines by the bottle, glass, and on tap, from full-bodied to bubbles to sweet and fruity. —Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025

Nespresso Cafecito de Puerto Rico Pods Perfect for strong coffee lovers, Nespresso’s Cafecito de Puerto Rico blend produces a bold, full-bodied double espresso with notes of dark cocoa and pepper and a silky crema on top. —Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025

The beauty of the mushrooms in this recipe is their incredible, full-bodied flavor. —Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 29 Oct. 2025

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