Find Synonyms

burly Synonyms

Another word for burly

Choosing another word for burly that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
JUMP TO:

• adjective (Context 1)

Large, stout, and sturdy in build; heavily and strongly built.

Usage Example

"Two brawny movers carried the heavy oak wardrobe up the narrow staircase with ease."

Strongest
brawny
strapping
hefty
husky
Strong
stout
stocky
muscular
sturdy
robust
beefy

Opposites of burly

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

scrawny
puny
slight
slender
skinny
frail
lanky
wiry
See all opposites of burly

• Nearby Words

burlap
burlesque
burliness
burly
burma
burmese python
burn

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Burly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/burly
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.