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Lusty vs Sinewy - What's the difference?

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Lusty is a related term of sinewy.


As adjectives the difference between lusty and sinewy

is that lusty is strong, healthy and vigorous while sinewy is tough; having strong sinews.

lusty

English

Adjective

(er)
  • Strong, healthy and vigorous.
  • hearty and enthusiastic.
  • (informal, proscribed) Given to experiencing lust; enjoying physical sensations.

    • Derived terms

    * lustily * lustiness

    See also

    * lustful

    sinewy

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Tough; having strong sinews.
  • *
  • (figuratively) Having or showing nervous strength.
  • (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful.
  • * 1965 (original), Frank Herbert, Dune , Ace Edition; June 1987, Pennsylvania, page 32:
    • Hawat put a sinewy finger beside his eye.

    References

    * WordNet® 3.0. Princeton University. 30 Aug. 2007. [http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/sinewy]