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muscular

Pronunciation: [ˈmʌskjələr]

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Learn how to use muscular in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “physical appearance”

(adjective) when someone has strong and well-defined muscles. It often describes athletes or those who work out a lot.

Example

He has a muscular build from years of practicing gymnastics.

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She doesn't look muscular; she has a very slim physique.

Example

Do you think being muscular makes someone a better athlete?

Context: “figurative strength”

(adjective) when describing things that are strong or powerful in a non-physical way. This can relate to ideas, arguments, or projects that have a lot of strength behind them.

Example

The muscular argument he presented convinced everyone in the room.

Example

Her explanation wasn't muscular enough to persuade the committee.

Example

How can we make our plan more muscular before the presentation?

How to pronounce muscular

Pronunciation: [ˈmʌskjələr]

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