robust
Translation
robust, strong, sturdy
Examples
He is a robust and healthy man.
He is a robust and healthy man.
The company needs a robust financial plan.
The company needs a robust financial plan.
This table is made of robust oak.
This table is made of robust oak.
Grammar Patterns
a robust ((sth.)) a strong (sth.) This is a robust piece of equipment.
((sb./sth.)) is robust (sb./sth.) is strong The design is very robust.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strong, sturdy, vigorous, resilient; Antonyms: weak, fragile, feeble
Etymology
From Latin 'robustus' meaning 'oaken, hard, strong', from 'robur' meaning 'oak, strength'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a strong oak tree ('robur' in Latin) – it is robust and can withstand storms.