Robust

Pronunciation: /roʊˈbʌst/

Definitions of robust

adjective strong and able to withstand or overcome adverse conditions

Example Sentences

A1 The new phone case is very robust and can protect the device from damage.

A2 The company has implemented a robust security system to prevent data breaches.

B1 The robust economy has led to an increase in job opportunities for the local community.

B2 The robust research findings support the theory that exercise improves mental health.

C1 The robust infrastructure of the city allows for efficient transportation and communication networks.

C2 The robust defense strategy ensured the country's safety during times of conflict.

Examples of robust in a Sentence

formal The company's robust financial performance led to increased investor confidence.

informal His robust health allowed him to enjoy outdoor activities without any limitations.

slang That car has a robust engine under the hood, it's a beast on the road.

figurative The team's robust defense was like a brick wall, impossible for the opponents to break through.

Grammatical Forms of robust

• past tense: robusted
• plural: robusts
• comparative: more robust
• superlative: most robust
• present tense: robust
• future tense: will be robust
• perfect tense: have been robust
• continuous tense: is being robust
• singular: robust
• positive degree: robust
• infinitive: to robust
• gerund: robusting
• participle: robusted

Origin and Evolution of robust

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'robust' originated from the Latin word 'robustus', which means strong and healthy.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'robust' has retained its original meaning of strong and healthy, but has also come to be used more broadly to describe anything sturdy, durable, or vigorous.