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

The whisky is full-bodied and smooth on the palate. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024

This machine brews quietly and produces consistent, full-bodied java with a rich aroma. —Rennie Dyball, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024

Mediterranean fish recipes and many iconic dishes of the South, like Louisiana Gumbo, rely on bay leaves for full-bodied flavor. —Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2024

Its star notes are tart cherry and sugary vanilla, but this full-bodied fragrance also features wafts of raspberry, rose, birchwood, and vetiver. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 25 Nov. 2024

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