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The sturdy chair did not wobble.
What does Sturdy mean?
strong and not easily broken.
Dictionary definition
Strong and firmly built; not easily broken or knocked over.
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Sturdy in a sentence
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We used a sturdy box to carry the books.
hard
A sturdy bridge must support weight safely in changing weather.
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WordSturdy.
Partadjective.
MeaningSturdy means strong and not easily broken.
ExampleExample: The sturdy chair did not wobble.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- stur · dee
- Strongest beat
- stur
- Ending
- dee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on stur.
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Synonyms
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Opposite words
weakUse as a contrast for something without strength.
flimsyUse as a contrast for something easily bent or broken.
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Word family
Sturdy word family
Base word
sturdy
adjective
sturdier
More sturdy.
adjective
sturdiest
Most sturdy.
adverb
sturdily
In a strong, steady way.
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Hint for students
strong and not easily broken.
Common mix-up
Sturdy is not the same as weak. Sturdy means strong and not easily broken.
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