Sinewy

Full definition of sinewy

Adjective

1. Tough; having strong sinews.
• His right hand (which seemed to me somewhat hairy and sinewy, a sign of great strength in its owner) lay on the side of his heart....
2. (figuratively) Having or showing nervous strength.
3. (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.