robust

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction
  2. adjective marked by richness and fullness of flavor
  3. adjective strong enough to withstand or overcome intellectual challenges or adversity

Etymology

Learned borrowing from Latin rōbustus.

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