BULKY Synonyms: 128 Similar and Opposite Words

bulky

adjective

ˈbəl-kē

Definition of bulky

as in large

of a size greater than average of its kind bulky packages might cost more to mail

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Recent Examples of bulky But in a contemporary update, the musicians are tucked out of sight and the backstage is deep enough to accommodate bulky scenery. — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026 Kurt’s key takeaways What grabs me here is how much walking support the researchers created without loading someone down with bulky motors. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026 Instead of having your bulky neck pillow take up valuable luggage space, this product encourages you to think outside the box and utilize those travel essentials to your advantage. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026 This extra-large expandable silverware tray brings a little order back to the chaos, with adjustable sections that fit a variety of drawer sizes and deep compartments for everything from everyday flatware to bulky kitchen tools. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bulky

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Adjective

Its brightest stars form a large cross, often called the Northern Cross, with Deneb marking the top and colorful double-star Albireo the base.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
The emergence of additional Chinese prototypes suggests that competition between the world’s two largest military powers is extending beyond current fifth-generation aircraft into the race for future air dominance.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of large

Adjective

Reeves also notably signed over a sizable portion of his back-end deal for the Matrix sequels to members of the special-effects and costume -design departments.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026
For RBs, there are sizeable cliffs to be aware of, most notably early — after the elites Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs, and then Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor— and following the RB33.

— Jake Ciely, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of sizable

Adjective

Additionally, substantial outward investment by Japanese companies, as well as foreign earnings of these firms remaining overseas, continued to weigh on the yen, Tran added.

— John Liu, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
The city should declare a substantial tax-increment financing surplus.

— Angel Gutierrez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of substantial

Adjective

Think soothing sand-and-cream hues, sleek furnishings and oversized windows that make the sea feel like part of the décor.

— Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Style the actress’s same pair from Still Here with an oversized graphic T-shirt for an effortless off-duty take.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 31 July 2026

Definition of oversize

Adjective

But as a result, HOAs have considerable environmental policy power, affecting how entire neighborhoods use water, generate energy, provide wildlife habitat and respond to climate change.

— Daniel Kramer, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
There was a considerable and expected dropoff in practice attendance at Monday’s second session open to fans.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of considerable

Adjective

In the afternoon, book a spot at one of Copenhagen’s many hot tub experiences; some favorites include Hottub Copenhagen and CopenHot, the biggest outdoor spa in Denmark.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Canales had prepped the crowd beforehand that this was going to happen, so Asher’s appearance drew the biggest cheer of the evening.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of big

Adjective

Later on, Bret wanders away from his friends and runs into Debbie’s father, Terry Schaffer (Wes Bentley), entertaining handsome young men in the hot tub.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026
The younger Gere plays Robert Mallory, the handsome new student who transfers to Buckley prep at the same time that The Trawler begins killing local teens.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of handsome

Adjective

India is another huge buyer, Jungman said, accounting for about a quarter of exports, while European countries like Spain and the Netherlands are also in the mix.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Solo Sikoa received a huge face reaction in his tag team victory, while Nick Aldis was reinstated as SmackDown GM despite a loss to Gunther.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of huge

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