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What is another word for Ponderous? – 200 Ponderous Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    cumbersome heavy weighty bulky massive imposing laborious tedious slow sluggish plodding dull lethargic indolent inert inactive slothful torpid leaden ponderal unwieldy clumsy awkward unmanageable difficult complicated complex intricate convoluted tortuous winding meandering circuitous slow-moving heavy-handed labored strenuous exhausting arduous backbreaking grueling punishing demanding exacting burdensome oppressive onerous troublesome vexing irritating annoying frustrating infuriating exasperating.

    Meaning of Ponderous

    The primary meaning of "Ponderous" is describing something that is heavy, bulky, or unwieldy, often to the point of being cumbersome or difficult to manage.

    Definitions

    • Used to describe something that is excessively large or heavy, making it difficult to move or handle.
    • Describing a person's movements or actions as slow and clumsy, often due to being overweight or lacking energy.
    • Characterized by a lack of grace, agility, or ease, often resulting in laborious or tedious efforts.

    Etymology of Ponderous

    The word "Ponderous" originates from the Latin word "pondus," meaning weight or burden, and the suffix "-ous," which forms an adjective indicating a quality or condition.
    Historically, the term has been used to describe objects or tasks that are heavy, cumbersome, or difficult to manage, with its usage dating back to the 15th century.

    Example Uses

    • The ponderous machinery took up a significant amount of space in the factory.
    • After a few too many desserts, I felt ponderous and lethargic, struggling to get out of bed the next morning.
    • The ponderous pace of the lecture made it difficult for students to stay engaged and focused.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    light lightweight buoyant airy effortless easy simple straightforward uncomplicated manageable wieldy agile nimble quick brisk speedy swift rapid expeditious efficient streamlined slender svelte lithe athletic energetic lively dynamic spry vigorous robust potent forceful powerful intense keen sharp acute astute clever ingenious resourceful.

    Related Nouns

    weight burden load mass bulk volume size dimension measurement heaviness clumsiness awkwardness difficulty complexity intricacy convolution labor effort exertion strain struggle toil drudgery slog trudge plod inertia indolence lethargy torpor apathy listlessness.

    Related Verbs

    weigh burden load lumber plod trudge slog struggle strive exert strain labor toil drudge plough wade push shove heave hoist lift carry bear support sustain uphold prop brace steady balance equilibrium stabilize.

    Related Adjectives

    heavy weighty bulky massive imposing cumbersome unwieldy clumsy awkward difficult complicated complex intricate convoluted tortuous winding slow sluggish dull lethargic indolent inert inactive slothful torpid leaden ponderal labored strenuous exhausting arduous backbreaking grueling punishing demanding exacting burdensome oppressive onerous troublesome.