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stoutness Antonyms
Opposite of stoutness
Because the opposite of stoutness shifts with each meaning, the 16 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or quality of being somewhat fat, heavy, or thickset in build; corpulence.
Usage Example
"The tailor had to let out the waistcoat to accommodate the gentleman's increasing slenderness."
Strongest
slenderness
slimness
thinness
leanness
Strong
slightness
gauntness
• noun (Context 2)
The quality of being physically strong, sturdy, and durable in construction or constitution.
Usage Example
"The hikers relied on the flimsiness of their leather boots while crossing the jagged volcanic rock."
Strongest
flimsiness
fragility
frailty
Strong
weakness
delicacy
• noun (Context 3)
The quality of being brave, resolute, and undaunted in spirit or determination.
Usage Example
"The chronicles praised the defenders' cowardice of heart throughout the long winter."
Strongest
cowardice
timidity
faint-heartedness
Strong
irresolution
fearfulness
Similar words to stoutness
Words similar to stoutness shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
sturdiness
portliness
corpulence
robustness
bravery
courage
resoluteness
plumpness
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Stoutness. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/stoutness