muscular

This term carries a strong connotation of physical power and strength. When describing a person, it suggests a visible, defined physique often associated with athletic training or manual labor. It is a neutral to positive descriptor, though in certain contexts, it can imply a lack of agility or a certain heaviness. In a technical or medical context, the word loses its association with strength and becomes a purely anatomical descriptor. It shifts from describing the appearance of a person to describing the biological function or location of a tissue, such as in muscular dystrophy or muscular contractions.