Hefty

Pronunciation

Origin

heft("weight") + -y

Full definition of hefty

Adjective

1. heavyShe carries a hefty backpack full of books.
2. strong, bulkyThey 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.