sinewy

/ˈsɪnjuːi/adj

Middle School

Tough; having strong sinews.

Having or showing nervous strength.

Possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful.

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Synonyms

stringy

Related Words

fibrous filamentous

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

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Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

bib bic big bil bin bip bis bit bui cid

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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