ABLE-BODIED Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

able-bodied

adjective

ˌā-bəl-ˈbä-dēd

Definition of able-bodied

as in healthy

enjoying health and vigor every able-bodied young man in the village had been sent off to fight in the war

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Recent Examples of able-bodied The study also focused primarily on white, able-bodied participants, so results may not translate to other groups. — Allison Forsyth, Health, 22 May 2026 That includes work or job-training expectations for able-bodied adults receiving assistance, temporary workforce placement when needed, and better coordination between programs so help reaches those truly in need. — Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 20 May 2026 The law created stricter working requirements for able-bodied individuals ages 18-64 who have SNAP benefits. — Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026 Gender-affirming procedures should be treated like any other elective medical procedure for able-bodied adults, funded by their own private insurance or paid out-of-pocket. — Teresa Liu, Oc Register, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for able-bodied

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The pope isn’t known to be a smoker and has made efforts to have a healthy lifestyle, but there is a history of cancer in his immediate family.

— Max Saltman, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
Because your husband should totally be your mentor, that’s a very healthy power dynamic!

— Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of healthy

Adjective

Meanwhile, earnings from AI chip suppliers like Taiwan Semiconductor indicate the broader demand environment remains robust.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
Amphenol Another robust quarter ahead, analyst Wamsi Mohan, wrote earlier this week ahead of the electronic connector manufacturer's quarterly report.

— Michael Bloom, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of robust

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The shoes balanced on a slender yet sturdy stiletto heel measuring around three inches.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
The result has been sturdy economic growth, even as lower-income and even middle-income households have continued to struggle under stubborn inflation and declining earnings.

— Rob Wile, NBC news, 15 Oct. 2026

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