hefty Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. adjective satellite (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
   powerful; brawny; muscular; sinewy.
   
   • a hefty athlete
   • a muscular boxer
   • powerful arms
2. adjective satellite of considerable weight and size
   
   • a hefty dictionary
3. adjective satellite large in amount or extent or degree
   sizeable; respectable; healthy; tidy; sizable; goodly; goodish.
   
   • it cost a considerable amount
   • a goodly amount
   • received a hefty bonus
   • a respectable sum
   • a tidy sum of money
   • a sizable fortune

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