sturdy

solide, robuste

Assez fort et solide pour rester stable et résister aux dégâts.

En anglais simple : Strong and solid enough to stay firm and resist damage.

• This chair is sturdy.
• Wear sturdy boots on the walk.
• The boy had sturdy legs and broad shoulders.

Synonymes : strong, solid, robust, durable

Contraires : flimsy, frail

Expressions courantes : sturdy boots, sturdy chair, sturdy build, sturdy frame

ferme, inébranlable

Ferme dans ses convictions ou ses objectifs, et difficile à faire changer d’avis.

En anglais simple : Firm in beliefs or purpose and not easily persuaded to change.

• Her sturdy faith never faded.
• He maintained a sturdy independence despite the pressure.
• Their sturdy resistance surprised the authorities.

Synonymes : firm, resolute, steadfast, unyielding

Contraires : wavering

Expressions courantes : sturdy faith, sturdy independence, sturdy resistance