full-bodied

adjective

full-bod·​ied ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd 

1

: having a large body

2

of a beverage : imparting to the palate the general impression of substantial weight and rich texture

3

: having importance, significance, or meaningfulness

full-bodied study of literature

Synonyms

• big
• concentrated
• full
• heady
• lusty
• muscular
• plush
• potent
• rich
• robust
• strong

Examples of full-bodied in a Sentence

after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee

Recent Examples on the Web

Rioja wine region La Rioja, Basque Country, and Navarre Spread across three different autonomous communities, the Rioja wine region is known for its tempranillo grapes, which produce the tannic, full-bodied red wines of the same name. —Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2025

Meanwhile, the always captivating Dafoe, at one point wearing full armor, exhibits a not atypical, full-bodied macho flamboyance as a man who regrets not having a son. —Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025

The palate is full-bodied, with slightly softer acidity, richer fruit flavors, and a rounder mouthfeel. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025

This wine is full-bodied and robust, with firm tannins, a velvety texture, and a brisk acidity. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

full-bodied

adjective

full-bod·​ied

-ˈbäd-ēd

: having a rich strong flavor