well-knit

Solidly put together

Well-knit describes something tightly or firmly constructed, with parts fitting together compellingly.

A well-knit argument holds together logically.

A well-knit plot has no loose ends.

Applied to bodies, it means compact and muscular: a well-knit athlete.

The metaphor comes from knitting, where tight stitches make sturdy fabric.

cohesive

integrated

Combined into a whole

coordinated · seamless · meshed · bonded · interwoven · interlaced · coherent · consistent · congruent · aligned

sturdy

robust

Strong and durable

strong · resilient · firm · dense · tough · rugged · sound · substantial · stout · hardy

united

solidarity

Unity among allies

partnership · collaboration · cooperation · consensus · fellowship · camaraderie · teamwork · togetherness · community · kinship

Categories
Opposites
structural cohesion

well-knitloose

Not firmly secured

flimsy · unraveling · slack · baggy · porous

bodily build

well-knitgangly

Awkwardly tall and thin

lanky · scrawny · loose-limbed · flabby · ungainly

organizational coherence

well-knitloose-knit

Lacking tight organization

disjointed · fragmented · disconnected · incoherent · disorganized

Family

well, knit, unwell, welcoming, well-being, wellness, knitted, knitting, knits

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G