Sinewy

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnju.i/

Definitions of sinewy

adjective having strong and lean muscles; wiry and tough

Example Sentences

A1 The cat had a sinewy body.

A2 The athlete's sinewy arms helped him win the race.

B1 The dancer's sinewy movements captivated the audience.

B2 The boxer's sinewy muscles were evident as he prepared for the match.

C1 The yoga instructor's sinewy flexibility was impressive.

C2 The cheetah's sinewy frame allowed it to sprint at incredible speeds.

Examples of sinewy in a Sentence

formal The athlete's sinewy muscles were a testament to his dedication to training.

informal Check out those sinewy arms on the new guy at the gym!

slang Dang, that dude's got some seriously sinewy muscles!

figurative The sinewy strength of her determination carried her through the tough times.

Grammatical Forms of sinewy

• past tense: sinewed
• plural: sinewies
• comparative: more sinewy
• superlative: most sinewy
• present tense: sinews
• future tense: will sinew
• perfect tense: have sinewed
• continuous tense: is sinewing
• singular: sinewy
• positive degree: sinewy
• infinitive: to sinew
• gerund: sinewing
• participle: sinewed

Origin and Evolution of sinewy

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'sinewy' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'sinu', meaning tendon or muscle.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'sinewy' has evolved to describe something that is strong, lean, and muscular, often used to describe a person's physique or the texture of a material.