muscular

Having large, strong muscles that are easy to see.

• He has muscular arms.
• Regular exercise made her legs more muscular.
• The athlete had broad shoulders and a muscular chest.

Similar words: muscly, well-built

Common phrases: muscular arms, muscular build, muscular body

Having or showing great strength and power.

• The team delivered a muscular performance.
• She writes in a clear, muscular style.
• The government adopted a more muscular approach to foreign policy.

Similar words: strong, powerful, vigorous

Opposites: weak

Common phrases: muscular style, muscular approach, muscular performance

Having a strong, rich taste and a heavy feel in the mouth, especially of wine.

• This is a muscular red wine.
• The muscular wine pairs well with beef.
• We tasted a softer wine after the muscular one.

Similar words: full-bodied, robust

Opposites: light

Common phrases: muscular wine, muscular red