Robust -[Latin robustus 'firm and hard']:
# means strong, sturdy, able to resist knocks, blows and adversity. It is often used when speaking of physical characteristics, either personal, such as a robust physique, or of inanimate things or systems which may have a robust construction or design. # when referring to things like exercise or discipline it means a vigorous regime, requiring strength and stamina. e.g. 'A robust work-out at the gym.' # with regard to matters of the mind, e.g. a robust intellect, or a robust mental attitude, it means straightforward, unwavering, not easily dissuaded. # a robust reply, a robust statement = bold, firm, unyielding. # a robust wine: full bodied, rich in flavor. Example sentences:
* It's a tough job, but all the team seem robust enough to tackle it. * Unfortunately, very few countries can boast of having a robust economy these days.
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