Bruiser

Synonyms of bruiser

• bully
• thug
• enforcer

Antonyms of bruiser

• weakling
• wimp
• pushover

Collocations of bruiser

big bruiser

Frequency: 70 %

The big bruiser easily pushed his opponents around on the football field.

tough bruiser

Frequency: 60 %

The tough bruiser never backed down from a fight.

burly bruiser

Frequency: 50 %

The burly bruiser towered over his opponents with his massive frame.

mean bruiser

Frequency: 45 %

The mean bruiser intimidated everyone with his aggressive behavior.

Idiomatic Expressions for bruiser

• Phrase: gentle giant bruiser
  Meaning: refers to a large, strong person who is kind and gentle
  Usage: Despite his size, he's a gentle giant bruiser who wouldn't hurt a fly.