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Meaning of hefty in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhɛfti/

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  1. 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. 2. of considerable weight and size

    Examples

    • « a hefty dictionary »

    Synonyms

    • heavy
  3. 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

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