hulking

[ huhl-king ]

adjective

1. heavy and clumsy; bulky.

   Synonyms: ponderous, cumbersome, massive

hulking

/ ˈhʌlkɪŋ /

adjective

1. big and ungainly Alsohulky

Word History and Origins

Origin of hulking¹

First recorded in 1690–1700; hulk + -ing ²

Example Sentences

The hulking hero of Donkey Kong Country suggested a different approach.

From New York Times

Recently, I found myself exploring the trail in a new way: in a hulking SUV.

From Los Angeles Times

Its hulking form and heavy materials — oceans of granite, limestone and concrete — created an intimidating place that stood for strength, power and winning.

From Los Angeles Times

Cedars-Sinai’s Gulati notes the many different forms of strength training beyond the stereotypical image of iron dumbbells or a hulking barbell.

From Los Angeles Times

City officials have struggled for years with a shortage of vehicles that can tow the hulking campers that now line communities from Van Nuys to South Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• bulky
• gargantuan
• gigantic
• imposing
• lumbering
• mammoth
• towering