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ruggedness

ruggedness

1 4.1
Being strong and sturdy in body or looks
  • noun
  • /ˈrʌɡɪdnəs/
translation icon : robustez
  • It's so slim and thin that it still protects the drive and in fact gives it that ruggedness, but doesn't take up extra space.

Examples

  • The only aspect of the PST that is likely not up to the NF standard is ruggedness.

    Blog text (1)
  • The dry polymer design offers simpler fabrication, increased ruggedness and safety, and slimmer profiles for flexible shape designs.

    Academic text (2007)
  • Ruggedness allows for more days at sea.

    Blog text (13)
  • For the same ruggedness combined with clean looks, I would go with a Filson case, which comes in lots of sizes.

    Blog text (23)
  • When first used in commercial applications in the late 1970s, fiber cabling was not known for its ruggedness.

    Blog text (8)
  • Raw sewage pumping stations require a degree of ruggedness and reliability in equipment that can be met only by manufacturers and suppliers who understand these requirements.

    Academic text (1998)
  • His work is famous for dramatic images that, for me, are consonant with the age of Teddy Roosevelt; they suggest ruggedness, love for the outdoors, a strong sense of adventure, and risk-taking.

    Blog text (15)
  • An informal survey around the workplace and numerous magazine and newspaper articles make the point that most SUV owners would not dream of owning a minivan; minivans are antithetical to the image of independence and ruggedness these drivers wish to project.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Jeep offers a totally new sport utility vehicle with the Grand Cherokee, blending Jeep's legendary off-road ruggedness and durability with a new standard for a car-like ride, comfort, and on-road handling.

    Academic text (1993)
  • The ruggedness of the mountain terrain makes it a popular destination for experienced hikers.

Synonyms

strength
vsruggedness
  • Specialized
169 1.1

How well a thing resists force without breaking

focuses on strong sturdy look rather than measured resisting capacity
durability
vsruggedness
22 3.8

The ability of something to last a long time without getting damaged

concerns sturdy looking form rather than long term lasting ability
toughness
vsruggedness
18 3.2

Ability to stay strong and not break under hard conditions

highlights strong form rather than long endurance under harsh use
robustness
vsruggedness
2 5.5

Strength and health that help a person or thing withstand hard conditions

describes sturdy physical form rather than general health or endurance
hardiness
vsruggedness
1 4.6

Ability to stay strong and survive difficult weather or illness

is about sturdy external form rather than surviving harsh conditions
sturdiness
vsruggedness
1 3.4

An object that is strong and does not break easily

is about strong appearance rather than technical structural resistance
burliness
vsruggedness
5.3

A large, strong, and solid body or appearance

is about sturdiness rather than being notably large in build
huskiness
vsruggedness
5.8

A large strong body that looks sturdy

emphasizes general sturdy form rather than large bulky size
robusticity
vsruggedness
  • Specialized
9.3

How large and sturdy bones or body parts are

focuses on sturdy outward form rather than anatomical build
stockiness
vsruggedness
5.6

A short, wide, and strong body shape

means sturdy in form but not necessarily compact or thick
solidness
vsruggedness
3.3

Firmness that resists pressure, like a hard rock

focuses on sturdy appearance rather than material hardness or resistance

Antonyms

17 5.2

Something that is easy to break or damage, like glass

4 1.1

A thing that is easy to press or cut, like dough

How Rugged

toughness
18 3.2
ruggedness
1 4.1
hardiness
1 4.6
sturdiness
1 3.4
solidity
2 4.2

Surface Forms

ruggedness singular
ruggednesses plural

Morphology

ruggedness = rugged (transparent) = rugged + ness

Standard nominalization from the adjective 'rugged' using the productive suffix '-ness' to indicate the quality or state.

Etymology

Ruggedness comes from the older English idea of rugged meaning 'rough' and 'strong', so it describes the quality of someone or something that is sturdy and hard to break.