robust
/rəʊˈbʌst/ · /roʊˈbʌst/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5981 in the learning path
强健的；结实的
Definitions
adj. strong, healthy, and unlikely to break or become weak
强健的；结实的
adj. effective and reliable even under difficult conditions
稳健可靠的
Example
These robust boots survived years of muddy country walks.
这双结实的靴子经受住了多年乡间泥路行走的考验。
Governments need robust evidence before introducing policies that could significantly affect public health and household spending.
政府在推行可能显著影响公众健康和家庭开支的政策前，需要有可靠的证据。
Collocations
- robust health
- robust evidence
- robust system
- robust economy
Word family
- robustness (n.)
- robustly (adv.)
Synonyms
- strong
- sturdy
Antonyms
- weak
- fragile
Usage tip
既形容身体或物品结实，也形容证据、系统可靠。
FAQ
- What does robust mean?
- strong, healthy, and unlikely to break or become weak effective and reliable even under difficult conditions
- How is robust pronounced?
- UK /rəʊˈbʌst/, US /roʊˈbʌst/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
