Synonyms for

Stout

Verb / staʊt / Another word for stout — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Stout is a type of strong, dark beer.

Synonyms & similar words

sturdy hardy portly stalwart strong robust hearty powerful solid substantial chunky thickset well-built stocky fat chubby portly plump rotund corpulent obese paunchy flabby fleshy

Synonyms by register

Formal

corpulent portly sturdy robust

Informal

chubby plump heavy-set beefy

Literary

burly stalwart hearty

Antonyms

thin slender lean skinny frail weak

Common collocations

  • stout heart
  • stout defense
  • stout stick
  • stout fellow
  • stout build
  • stout resistance
  • stout door

Word family

noun stoutness
adjective stout

Usage note

While 'stout' can describe a person as overweight, it often implies a sturdy, robust build rather than just being fat. It can also describe objects that are strong and thick.

Example sentences

  1. The stout had a rich, chocolatey flavor.
  2. The bartender recommended a stout to go with my burger.
  3. The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.
  4. The house was built with stout walls to withstand storms.
  5. The stout tree provided shade on a hot day.

Quotes

  • I'd rather have a bottle in front of me than a frontal lobotomy. -Tom Waits
  • Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy. -Benjamin Franklin
  • I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The great point is to bring them the real facts. -Abraham Lincoln

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