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7 words to describe a muscular/athletic body shape Not all muscular/athletic body types are the same. Sure, they all fall into the same category, but using more specific words to describe body shape paints an even clearer image of what you envision a character to be. Here are 7 words to describe body shape for muscular/athletic characters:

This post is organized into several sections, each focusing on different aspects of physical descriptions, such as general body types, facial features, hair, eyes, and skin. By categorizing these examples, you’ll find it easier to mix and match descriptions to suit your needs, ensuring that your writing remains fresh and engaging.

For all the words about describing facial features, I’m focusing more on physical descriptions rather than emotional expressions, though there’s a little crossover! You can also check out my long list of facial expressions. large. small. narrow. sharp. squinty. round. wide-set. close-set. deep-set. sunken. bulging. protruding. wide. hooded ...

Barrel-chested (large, rounded chest. Not necessarily to do with weight but body type) Compact (small, solid, not fat, not underweight) Frail (old and/or sick) Delicate (thin or susceptible to sickness) Lanky (tall, awkward) Stocky (muscular, broad-shouldered) Stout (short, either fat or heavy-looking build) Thickset (solid, stocky)

Most learners will know the common adjectives for describing body shapes; words like "tall," "fat" and "short." But these words are very basic, and can sometimes even be impolite. ... From thin and frail to thicc and curvy, the expressions we've covered here will help you to talk about most body types. However, remember that discussing peoples ...

As writers we must move beyond these simplistic descriptions and expand our adjectives. I’m sure you’ve heard of the following garden variety body types: rectangle, triangle or pear, inverted triangle or apple, hourglass, diamond, and round or oval.

Describing a character’s physical appearance isn’t easy; use too little detail and readers will draw a blank and be unable to picture the character in their minds, while too much information will make them want to skip ahead. It’s all about honing in on the right physical details and doing more with less.

4. Make the descriptions match the tone. In a funny or sardonic piece, for example, your descriptions can be the same: “He was a funny-looking child who became a funny-looking youth—tall and weak, and shaped like a bottle of Coca-Cola.” -Slaughterhouse Five by Kurt Vonnegut. 5. Scatter physical descriptions throughout the prose.

Describing body types doesn’t have to be a minefield. Writing a character respectfully doesn’t require any more technical knowledge than simply writing them like a real person. While description is important for reader immersion, it’s also not something you need to focus on in too much detail if it’s not relevant to the plot. Describe ...

Athletic builds are almost always tanned, dark-skinned, or some other enviable shade. How about an athletic body that’s a little less desirable, like pale, veined, acned, or sickly… HINT: When describing any part of the body, try to use cues that show the reader more than just a physical description. Make your descriptions do double duty.

GENERAL BODY TYPES Stature (small stature)Frame (“Large of frame”) “Outweighed me by a solid twenty pounds” “Looked like a barrel with a beard” “The troll looked like a wall with a bowtie.” pear-shaped Scraggly (thin and bony) Frail Rawboned Hale (of a person; esp an elderly one; strong and healthy) Trim waist

Writing tips Random. This book contains -Words to use instead of said, says, went, etc -Personalities -Characteristics - words to describe movement, looks, body language and more. and a whole lot of other things. #bodylanguage #descriptivewords #random #writing #writingtips

Slim-Thick - A slim body shape, but a big butt and big thighs. Slight - Thin, not very tall, and not looking very strong. Slightly-Built - Thin and not very tall. Solid - Big and has a strong firm body. Spindly - Long or tall and thin. Spoon-Figured - Hips are larger than your bust with a defined waist. Statuesque - Tall and beautiful like a ...

Beyond avoiding tropes: Writing about all kinds of women; Bonus tips for male writers; Describing a woman’s appearance. Do all women have to be “beautiful?” Choosing the right words when describing women; Describing body types; Describing non-physical aspects of your characters; Words and phrases for describing women (with example ...

"body-positive woman wearing a summer dress:: body-positive:: -0.3" = a less large woman Create a new /imagine with the adjusted fine-tuning value to modify the character's appearance. If you're fond of one of the images in the grid and don't want to lose it, you can enlarge it, remix it, and modify the fine-tuning value.

Describing body types can be a creative endeavor that adds depth and color to your writing or conversations. The use of powerful adjectives enhances your ability to vividly depict various body types, from slim and athletic to curvaceous and petite. By expanding your vocabulary and using these descriptive adjectives, you can effectively ...

As far as describing body type, try to think of how he would describe it. architectus, Jun 18, 2009 #5. Katherine Marsh likes this. SilverWolf0101 Active Member. Joined: ... Depending on which sex you're writing for, that will help determine how to describe your character. 5' 7" and 160 pounds is a healthy weight that, distributed well, can be ...

Comparing physical traits to familiar objects or concepts gives your writing another layer of depth. For example, “His eyes were as sharp as a hawk’s, constantly scanning the room.” Consider character perspective. First-Person POV: Describe what the character would notice about themselves or others. This can include personal biases or ...

If there is one thing most authors struggle with in creative writing, it's describing body language! Body language is incredibly expressive. You can say a lot just by raising an eyebrow, flipping someone off, or shrugging. But if you add these same expressions into narrative too often, they can seem repetitive and annoying. This means that you ...