RUBENESQUE Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

Rubenesque

adjective

Definition of Rubenesque

as in voluptuous

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Adjective

Bristol’s Tara Clerkin Trio are steeped in their hometown’s trip-hop tradition, but their approach is more folk-rock than the voluptuous blues associated with Tricky or Massive Attack.

— Daniel Bromfield, Pitchfork, 5 June 2026
Enthusiasts love it for its voluptuous beauty and buttery-smooth typing action.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 June 2026

Definition of voluptuous

Adjective

Courtesy Palazzo Fiuggi Luna, a buxom woman from Ukraine, submerges me in a tub of warm water, tells me to take deep breaths, and leaves me to do so.

— Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2026
According to myth, the buxom bowl of the Champagne coupe was modeled after the breasts of Marie Antoinette.

— Kathryn O’Shea-Evans, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026

Definition of buxom

Adjective

The slingback sandal features a curvaceous strap design that leaves the foot mostly bare, while a stiletto heel boosts the style.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 16 July 2026
Rabolini imbued his designs with a similar sensibility, crafting jewels in sculptural and curvaceous gold, often embellished with vibrant gemstones that felt anything but conventional, from lemon quartz and prasiolite, to London blue topaz.

— Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

Definition of curvaceous

Adjective

While dashing through the food hall at River Street Marketplace in San Juan Capistrano, on my way to the train station, a stack of these exceptionally zaftig cookies stopped me dead in my tracks.

— Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Cena, who once filmed Trainwreck pretending to be a closeted bodybuilder desperate for zaftig comedian Amy Schumer’s affection, understands that the joke’s on him better than anyone.

— Oliver Bateman, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2025

Definition of zaftig

Adjective

Designed by Cossutti & Ganz, the exterior eschews that typically boxy catamaran silhouette in favor of a slightly more curvy profile.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 July 2026
To cut the kiwi into round slices, set the kiwi on the cutting board on one of its curvy sides.

— Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026

Definition of curvy

Adjective

Her legs weren't as shapely; her knees were chubby; her thighs too thick; her boobs not large enough.

— Staff Author, InStyle, 18 June 2026
In a sport that has grown increasingly complex in its offenses and defenses, with wrinkles upon wrinkles like a chubby newborn baby, teams need continuity and cohesion to thrive.

— Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 10 June 2026

Definition of chubby

Adjective

This filter-like foundation also has a blurring effect that’s hydrating and brightening, leaving my skin looking fresh and plump—which is thanks to the niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and peptides infused into it.

— Essence Wiley, InStyle, 14 July 2026
When the sweet corn is still plump and juicy, mix it with grits for a summery spin on shrimp and grits (grits are corn, after all).

— Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

Definition of plump

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