mesomorphic

adjective

ˌme-zə-ˈmȯr-fik How to pronounce mesomorphic (audio)
Definition of mesomorphicnext
as in athletic
strongly and heavily built the shot put, hammer throw, and other field events for which mesomorphic athletes are well-suited

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Recent Examples of mesomorphic For a mesomorphic body, rather than an endomorphic one like his. — Matthew Shen Goodman, Harpers Magazine, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mesomorphic
  1. athletic
  2. powerful
  3. husky
  4. burly
  5. beefy
  6. muscular
  7. brawny
Adjective
  • This was some 50 pallets containing more than 150,000 pieces of athletic gear – 6,500 pairs of shoes alone – all of which had to be sorted by team and distributed across campus in less than a month.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The athletic department added a fifth water station on Saturday to give fans more options.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of athletic
Adjective
  • So the Armani Beauty team took the time to build a present, long-lasting, powerful scent.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • This formula is light as a feather and hydrating, sort of like a hyaluronic acid serum that’s powerful yet quick to sink into the skin.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of powerful
Adjective
  • Tyler, after a brief recovery period, returned to the recording studio with a huskier, edgier voice.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • The extravagant, hi-NRG single showcased the breadth of Tyler’s husky grandeur, which proved a perfect fit for Giorgio Moroder.
    — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026
Definition of husky
Adjective
  • Though his onscreen appearances are brief, Momoa’s face looks fierce superimposed over a burly green body with pointed fangs and sharp claws.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 30 July 2026
  • My new friend is a mountain of a man — over 6-foot-6 and burly.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 29 July 2026
Definition of burly
Adjective
  • My love is unconditional and nothing will separate me from your cheesy beefy burrito and avocado chicken stacker.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026
  • This version ranks among Orange County’s best, delivering a satisfying snap and enough beefy richness without turning into mush.
    — Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 30 July 2026
Definition of beefy
Adjective
  • Kratos is known for his incredibly muscular physique in the games, and Bautista has been in remarkable shape throughout his career.
    — Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Think multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, ALS and Alzheimer's.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of muscular
Adjective
  • Starship will be key to building and maintaining this constellation, which will require many launches of the brawny, fully reusable rocket.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 31 July 2026
  • The two athletic conferences standing have schools in 26 states, a brawny bipartisan geographic and political footprint.
    — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of brawny

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“Mesomorphic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mesomorphic. Accessed 9 Aug. 2026.

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