Physically strong; said especially of persons
robust, sturdy, firm, muscular, sinewy, thewy, vigorous, stout, hardy, big, heavy, husky, lusty, active, potent, energetic, tough, virile, doughty, mighty, athletic, able-bodied, powerful, manly, heavy-set, stalwart, brawny, burly, wiry, strapping, having what it takes*, hard as nails*, made of iron*, in fine feather*, having the makings*.
Antonyms weak*, emaciated, feeble.
Physically strong; said especially of things
solid, sturdy, firm, staunch, unimpaired, well-established, well-founded, well-built, secure, tough, durable, able, unyielding, steady, stable, fixed, sound, powerful, mighty, tough, well-made, rugged, substantial, reinforced.
Antonyms unstable*, insecure, tottering.
Healthy
sound, hale, hearty; see sense 1, healthy 1.
Firm
steadfast, determined, staunch; see resolute 2.
Intelligent
sagacious, clear-headed, perceptive; see intelligent 1.
Powerful
great, mighty, influential; see powerful 1.
Extreme
drastic, forceful, strict; see extreme 2.
Potent in effect
powerful, potent, high-powered, stiff, power-packed, effective, hard, high-potency, stimulating, inebriating, intoxicating, hot*, spiked*.
Undiluted
straight, rich, unmixed; see concentrated 1.
Intense
sharp, acute, keen; see intense.
Distinct
clear, marked, sharp; see definite 2, obvious 1, 2.
Competent
adept, proficient, skilled; see able.
Financially sound
stable, solid, safe; see reliable 2.
Convincing
cogent, potent, forceful; see persuasive.
impose oneself, put the make on, make a strong impression, be aggressive.