The Opposite(Antonym) of “limbless”
The antonyms of limbless are able-bodied and limbed. The antonyms able-bodied and limbed describe a physical state where the body has limbs and is capable of movement.
Explore all Antonyms of “limbless”
- limbed
- able-bodied
Definitions and Examples of able-bodied, limbed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
able-bodied
Having a healthy and strong body, capable of performing physical activities.
Example
The athlete was able-bodied and could run faster than anyone else on the track.
Having limbs or appendages that enable movement.
Example
The monkey was limbed and could easily climb trees to gather fruits.
Key Differences: able-bodied vs limbed
- 1Able-bodied refers to a person's physical ability to perform activities, while limbed refers to the presence of limbs or appendages.
- 2Able-bodied is a complementary antonym, while limbed is a relational antonym.
Effective Usage of able-bodied, limbed
- 1Disability Awareness: Use these antonyms to discuss physical disabilities and promote awareness.
- 2Physical Descriptions: Use these antonyms to describe people or animals with or without limbs.
- 3Sports and Fitness: Use able-bodied to describe athletes who are physically fit and capable of performing at a high level.
Remember this!
The antonyms able-bodied and limbed describe a physical state where the body has limbs and is capable of movement. Use these words to promote disability awareness, describe physical characteristics, and discuss sports and fitness.
