Meaning of hefty in English

Classifying Adjective
hefty
Definitions
1. (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight
Examples
- « rugged and powerful »
- « a hefty athlete »
- « a muscular boxer »
- « powerful arms »
Synonyms
- strong
2. of considerable weight and size
Examples
- « a hefty dictionary »
Synonyms
- heavy
3. large in amount or extent or degree
Examples
- « it cost a considerable amount »
- « a goodly amount »
- « received a hefty bonus »
- « a respectable sum »
- « a tidy sum of money »
- « a sizable fortune »
Synonyms
- considerable

Pronunciation