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hefty
adjective
Large in amount or extent or degree
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ˈhɛfti
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adjective
Large in amount or extent or degree
“It cost a considerable amount”
adjective
Of considerable weight and size
“A hefty dictionary”
adjective
(of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
“A hefty athlete”
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It cost a considerable amount
A goodly amount
Received a hefty bonus
A respectable sum
A tidy sum of money
A hefty dictionary
A hefty athlete
A muscular boxer
Powerful arms
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