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

Flair also made a point to acknowledge Orton’s dedication to maintaining his physique without the use of performance enhancers, an achievement Flair views as both rare and impressive in the current era of professional wrestling. —Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2025

In the comments section, Curtis received tons of praise for his toned physique from friends and fans. —Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025

Weeks ago, the LLM (an integrated feature on X, Musk’s social media platform) began issuing flattering comments on his physique. —Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2025

The Stranger Things star is donning a transformative getup for his new movie Evil Genius, sporting a larger physique, a massive false beard, and overalls in set photos from the upcoming true-crime drama film. —Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Nov. 2025

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