The difference between Strong and Sturdy

When used as adjectives, strong means capable of producing great physical force, whereas sturdy means of firm build.

Strong is also adverb with the meaning: in a strong manner.

Sturdy is also noun with the meaning: a disease in sheep and cattle, caused by a tapeworm and marked by great nervousness or by dullness and stupor.

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  1. Strong as an adjective:

    Capable of producing great physical force.

    Examples:

    "a big strong man; Jake was tall and strong'"

  2. Strong as an adjective:

    Capable of withstanding great physical force.

    Examples:

    "a strong foundation; good strong shoes"

  3. Strong as an adjective (of water, wind, etc.):

    Having a lot of power.

    Examples:

    "The man was nearly drowned after a strong undercurrent swept him out to sea."

  4. Strong as an adjective:

    Determined; unyielding.

    Examples:

    "He is strong in the face of adversity."

  5. Strong as an adjective:

    Highly stimulating to the senses.

    Examples:

    "a strong light; a strong taste"

  6. Strong as an adjective:

    Having an offensive or intense odor or flavor.

    Examples:

    "a strong smell"

  7. Strong as an adjective:

    Having a high concentration of an essential or active ingredient.

    Examples:

    "a strong cup of coffee; a strong medicine"

  8. Strong as an adjective (specifically):

    Having a high alcoholic content.

    Examples:

    "a strong drink"

    "She gets up, and pours herself a strong one.'' - [[w:Eagles (band) Eagles]], ''Lying Eyes"

  9. Strong as an adjective (grammar):

    Inflecting in a different manner than the one called weak, such as Germanic verbs which change vowels.

    Examples:

    "a strong verb"

  10. Strong as an adjective (chemistry):

    That completely ionizes into anions and cations in a solution.

    Examples:

    "a strong acid; a strong base"

  11. Strong as an adjective (military):

    Not easily subdued or taken.

    Examples:

    "a strong position"

  12. Strong as an adjective (slang, US):

    Impressive, good.

    Examples:

    "You're working with troubled youth in your off time? That’s strong!"

  13. Strong as an adjective:

    Having a specified number of people or units.

    Examples:

    "The enemy's army force was five thousand strong."

  14. Strong as an adjective (of a disease or symptom):

  15. Strong as an adjective (mathematics, logic):

    Having a wide range of logical consequences; widely applicable. (Often contrasted with a statement which it implies.)

  16. Strong as an adjective (of an argument):

    Convincing.

  1. Strong as an adverb:

    In a strong manner.

  1. Sturdy as an adjective:

    Of firm build; stiff; stout; strong.

    Examples:

    "a sturdy oak tree"

  2. Sturdy as an adjective:

    Solid in structure or person.

    Examples:

    "It was a sturdy building, able to withstand strong winds and cold weather."

    "The dog was sturdy and could work all day without getting tired."

  3. Sturdy as an adjective (obsolete):

    Foolishly obstinate or resolute; stubborn.

  4. Sturdy as an adjective:

    Resolute, in a good sense; or firm, unyielding quality.

    Examples:

    "a man of sturdy piety or patriotism"

  1. Sturdy as a noun:

    A disease in sheep and cattle, caused by a tapeworm and marked by great nervousness or by dullness and stupor.

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