Vocabulary Showcase: Synonyms for “strong”
“Strong” is another one of those words we use all the time. It is a little basic (easy/normal/simple) though isn’t it? Let’s have a look at some other words which mean the same thing (synonyms) as “strong” so we can upgrade our English skills!
• Powerful – There was a very powerful smell coming from the bathroom this morning.
• Muscular – My dog is very muscular, he can lift things heavier than himself.
• Well built – I’m very well built so I can carry all the shopping myself.
• Strapping – Louise is a strapping young woman, she does not need any help on the farm.
• Rugged – My cat Fluffles is rugged, he likes to stay outside in the cold winters.
• Mighty – That is one mighty ant, look at it carry that rock!
• Brawny – I wish I was brawnier so I could move all my furniture easily.
• Buff – He goes to the gym so he gets more buff.
If I was brawnier I think I would lift the sofa with one hand while I used the vacuum cleaner with the other. Just think of how much time that would save me!
