deep and powerful; thick and heavy; strenuous
Meanings
5 senses · 13 examplesadjective
deep and resonant; low-pitched and powerful
Describes a voice, breath, or sound with a strong, heavy quality.
He has a deep, powerful voice that commands respect.
The wounded person let out heavy, labored breathing.
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Heavy footsteps could be heard in the distance.
adjective
thick and strong; large and powerful
Describes physical features like hands or feet, emphasizing sturdiness and strength.
My father's thick, strong hands supported the whole family.
He has the heavy, calloused feet of someone who has done hard labor.
adjective
heavy and bulky; cumbersome
Describes objects that are difficult to move due to weight and size.
We left all the heavy, bulky items behind when we moved.
This crate is too heavy and cumbersome for one person to move.
adjective
thick and dark; broad and heavily colored
Describes lines, strokes, or features that are visually bold and prominent.
He wrote the title with thick, bold strokes.
His eyebrows appear thick, dark, and heavy.
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Draw a thick red line to emphasize the key point.
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strenuous; heavy; physically demanding
Describes work or labor that requires great physical effort.
He always volunteers to do the strenuous work.
There's a lot of heavy work on the construction site.
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This job is too physically demanding for her.