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beefy Synonyms

Another word for beefy

Choosing another word for beefy depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Muscular, brawny, or hefty in physical build.

Usage Example

"Two brawny security guards stood on either side of the stage entrance."

Strongest
brawny
muscular
burly
Strong
hefty
strapping
stocky
husky
hunkish

• adjective (Context 2)

Substantial, powerful, or robust in capacity, design, or performance (informal).

Usage Example

"Video editing requires a robust computer with plenty of memory and a fast processor."

Strongest
robust
Strong
powerful
heavy-duty
substantial
potent

• adjective (Context 3)

Resembling beef in flavor, aroma, or consistency.

Usage Example

"Simmering the mushrooms with soy sauce and thyme creates a rich, meaty broth."

Strong
meaty
savory
hearty

Opposites of beefy

The opposite of beefy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

scrawny
skinny
weak
flimsy
puny
underpowered
feeble
spindly
See all opposites of beefy

• Nearby Words

beefeater
beefless
beefsteak
beefy
beehive
beekeeper
beekeeping

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Beefy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/beefy
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