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meaty Synonyms

Another word for meaty

Choosing another word for meaty depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Containing a large amount of meat, or having the rich flavor, texture, or consistency of meat.

Usage Example

"Portobello mushrooms have a dense, fleshy texture that makes them a popular vegetarian substitute for steak."

Strong
fleshy
savory
rich
Weak
hearty

• adjective (Context 2)

Full of substance, depth, or intellectual interest; providing much to think about or discuss.

Usage Example

"The seminar covered several substantial topics regarding constitutional law and civil liberties."

Strongest
substantial
substantive
Strong
weighty
pithy
meaningful
thought-provoking
rich
significant

• adjective (Context 3)

Large, muscular, and fleshy in physical build.

Usage Example

"The blacksmith gripped the heavy iron tongs in his fleshy hands."

Strongest
fleshy
beefy
Strong
brawny
burly
muscular
hefty
stocky
thickset

Opposites of meaty

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

meatless
superficial
skinny
scrawny
bony
shallow
trivial
vacuous
See all opposites of meaty

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