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hefty Synonyms
Another word for hefty
Choosing another word for hefty depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Impressively large or considerable in amount, number, cost, or degree.
Usage Example
"The corporation faced a substantial fine for violating environmental regulations."
Strongest
substantial
sizable
considerable
Strong
steep
generous
whopping
significant
handsome
tidy
• adjective (Context 2)
Large, heavy, and powerful in physical size, weight, or build.
Usage Example
"The moving crew struggled to carry the heavy oak wardrobe up the narrow staircase."
Strongest
heavy
bulky
Strong
massive
weighty
burly
strapping
husky
stout
brawny
ponderous
Opposites of hefty
The opposite of hefty shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
light
lightweight
meager
slight
paltry
negligible
modest
small
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Hefty. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/hefty