meaty

adjective

Definition of meatynext
as in substantial

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Recent Examples of meaty The starchy goodness is the best possible accompaniment to the moist, meaty patties CJ’s serves up. — Katie Akin, Southern Living, 16 Aug. 2026 When shopping, look for meaty bones with beef that is nicely marbled (not too fatty) and bright red, not turning grey. — Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2026 These have a meaty texture and inherent umami, which is only accented by a quick trip under the broiler. — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Aug. 2026 The long-time TV veteran maintained a recurring part as dominatrix Lady Heather in six episodes of CSI from 2001 to 2011 and later booked another meaty antagonistic role on Nikita. — Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for meaty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meaty
  1. substantial
  2. condensed
  3. meaningful
  4. abbreviated
Adjective
  • That range gives a launcher positioned on Yonaguni the ability to threaten ships operating across a substantial area around the island and toward Taiwan.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026
  • The Underline’s construction is expected to wrap up by December, years early thanks to a substantial federal grant.
    — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of substantial
Adjective
  • The play is essentially a condensed version of Jaku’s memoir, but there’s one big difference.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • While cake is cooling, whisk together cold water, sweetened condensed milk, and pudding mix in a large bowl until smooth.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
Definition of condensed
Adjective
  • Put your resources toward what feels meaningful, not merely sensible.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Others can involve providing financial stability for a child who has pursued a meaningful and fulfilling career that does not pay very much, or assisting younger family members with a down payment in a tight housing market.
    — Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of meaningful
Adjective
  • In recent years, shorts have been getting smaller, shorter, more abbreviated.
    — Max Berlinger, Vogue, 22 May 2026
  • Tessa Francis fired an abbreviated no-hitter with eight strikeouts, while Ashley Mortensen went 3-for-4 as Marblehead routed Winthrop 12-0 in five innings in the Northeastern Conference.
    — Tyler McManus, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Definition of abbreviated

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“Meaty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meaty. Accessed 7 Oct. 2026.

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