English

Adjective

hefty ‎(comparative heftier, superlative heftiest)

1. Heavy.

   She carries a hefty backpack full of books.

2. Strong, bulky.

   They use some hefty bolts to hold up road signs.

3. (of a person) Possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful; powerfully or heavily built.

   He was a tall, hefty man.

4. Impressive, mighty.

Usage notes

• Nouns to which "hefty" is often applied: price tag, premium, profit, price, penalty, fine, portion, salary, gain, increase, amount, sum, check, fee.

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