burly
adjective | /burly/
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(of a person) large and strong; heavily built
burly
adjective | /burly/
Advanced WordsEASY(of a person) large and strong; heavily built
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Synonyms
brawnymuscularsturdyhuskyheftystrapping
Antonyms
slenderslightthinslightsvelte
Examples
"The burly porter carried all the luggage with ease."
"She was surprised by his burly frame and gentle manner."
Mnemonic Trick
BURLY → BURL (thick wood) + Y: thick and strong — big-built person.
Etymology
From Middle English burly “powerful, strong.”
Used for heavily built, muscular people.
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/15/2025
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