as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
demonstrated the suitcase's sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window
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as in hardy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
it took a sturdy person to endure the life of a pioneer
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as in strong
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
wear sturdy boots because we will be going over sharp rocks and uneven terrain
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as in solid
not showing weakness or uncertainty
you'll need a sturdy grasp of the concepts of algebra before you can take calculus
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Recent Examples of sturdiness
Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 5 June 2025
That whiskey is obviously not a single-barrel expression and is bottled at a sturdy 100 proof.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
The smooth and sturdy wheels roll easily across any surface, and the handle can retract into 12 different positions.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
It’s got all the gaming-friendly extras; HDR support, DP 1.4, HDMI, and a metal stand that actually feels sturdy for once.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 May 2025
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Adjective
This sturdy design comes in nine different sizes and three shapes, including rectangle, round, and runner.
—Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 5 June 2025
That whiskey is obviously not a single-barrel expression and is bottled at a sturdy 100 proof.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
The smooth and sturdy wheels roll easily across any surface, and the handle can retract into 12 different positions.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
It’s got all the gaming-friendly extras; HDR support, DP 1.4, HDMI, and a metal stand that actually feels sturdy for once.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sturdiness
Noun
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Testimony about Proctor’s text messages comes as Read’s team has spent weeks attempting to sow doubt about the reliability of evidence presented by prosecutors, in an effort to distance Read from O’Keefe’s death.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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Wholesale Trade-Offs And DTC Gaps Department stores were once synonymous with reach, reliability, premium customer service and validation (especially the kind of reputational validation that designers crave).—
Adam Ayers,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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To restore the balance, residents, farmers and the local school joined forces to bring back a hardy native breed: the Old Norwegian Sheep.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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City’s video tribute was a tear-jerker, and less hardy characters than De Bruyne — nicknamed ‘the tumble dryer’ due to his dry (and blunt) approach — would surely have cracked and let the tears roll.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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The Eufy Life mobile app is solid, including easy at-a-glance views, long-term charts, and drill-down capabilities.—
Christopher Null,
Wired News,
4 June 2025
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Manufacturers have begun to feel the effects, but the overall job market has remained solid, with layoffs remaining relatively low, and inflation has not taken off.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Travel photographers told National Geographic the best way to capture the northern lights is by using a wide-angle lens and a tripod for stability.—
Conor Murray,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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The company said an indicator light on the vehicle fails to light up and warn drivers of a traction control system or dynamic stability control system issue, increasing the likelihood of them crashing.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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The image of a bourbon drinker has too often been that of a white cis male and his friends hanging out in rugged environments.—
Diana Lambdin Meyer,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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More than 100 officers are involved in the search covering rugged terrain in Washington's Cascade Mountains, with over 500 tips received from the public, according to the Chelan County Sheriff's Office.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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The secret here is Patagonia’s durable spandex jersey blend that stretches with give, hugging in all the right places.—
Kayla Becker,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2025
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The chair features a durable, rust-proof aluminum frame that’s covered in a woven material that’s designed to look like wicker.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Brands that want to thrive must set firmer boundaries with retailers and platforms and refuse arrangements that jeopardize their financial or creative independence.—
Adam Ayers,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Density Options: For custom comfort, many pillows offer soft, medium, and firm densities.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
3 June 2025
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“Sturdiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdiness. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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