FULL-BODIED Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

full-bodied

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd

Definition of full-bodied

as in rich

having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor) after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee

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Recent Examples of full-bodied All of that wraps up in a full-bodied and tannic finish, which Callaway compares to a Cabernet Sauvignon. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 The measure of an ice cream’s quality—its rich, full-bodied flavor and creamy mouthfeel—can be best judged by its vanilla. — Nancy Vienneau, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026 How to Identify Hen of the Woods Mushrooms A full-bodied hen of the woods, similar to a young patch of oyster mushrooms, is a layered cluster of fungal discs. — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026 The fragrance wraps Turkish rose—a honeyed, full-bodied bloom—in earthy notes of patchouli, sandalwood, and frankincense, while blackcurrant and raspberry add a touch of zest. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-bodied

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Chan Luu is hardly an emerging brand because of its rich history, but Tessa Tran, the niece of Chan Luu, bought back the family business in 2023 and has since revived the line as artistic director.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
At least 84 people remained missing in one of the deadliest shipwrecks yet on the popular but perilous crossing from the Horn of Africa to the Arabian Peninsula, where many migrants seek work in rich Gulf nations.

— JAMEY KEATEN, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of rich

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

Adjective

But zest was one of just two strengths (the other is hope) that had the strongest relationship to mental well-being across countries and age groups.

— Joan M. Cook, Time, 17 Oct. 2026
However, some safety advocates and Senator Maria Cantwell want a stronger federal review process.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of strong

Adjective

As gusty winds begin to flow out of the northeast later this week, the combination of dry air and this offshore breeze will combine into an especially potent and widespread risk for spreading fire through Saturday across nearly the entire state.

— Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026
No, the party insists that Republicans are in charge, making voters angry with their handling of the economy and the Middle East, so the culture-war politicking that worked for a decade won’t be as potent in November.

— David Weigel, semafor.com, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of potent

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