1. comparative form of brawly; more inclined to engage in brawls or physical fights
Usage: informal; comparative adjective
2. comparative form of brawly; having more muscular or robust physical build
Usage: informal; comparative adjective

Examples

• He seemed brawlier than his older brother, with broader shoulders and thicker arms.
• The bar's atmosphere grew brawlier as the night went on and more rowdy customers arrived.
• After months of training, he looked brawlier and more intimidating on the field.
• The brawlier members of the team were assigned to the front line.
• His brawlier demeanor made people think twice before challenging him.