Definitions and Examples of lean, skinny, slim
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having little or no excess fat; thin and fit.
Example
He was a lean and muscular athlete who trained every day.
skinny
Extremely thin, often to the point of being unhealthy.
Example
She was so skinny that her friends worried about her health.
Having a slender or attractive figure; not overweight.
Example
She had a slim figure and could wear any outfit she wanted.
Key Differences: lean vs skinny vs slim
- 1Lean describes a person who is thin and fit, with little or no excess fat.
- 2Skinny describes a person who is extremely thin, often to the point of being unhealthy.
- 3Slim describes a person who has a slender and attractive figure, but not necessarily thin to the point of being unhealthy.
Effective Usage of lean, skinny, slim
- 1Body Types: Use these antonyms to describe different body types.
- 2Health and Fitness: Incorporate these words in conversations about health and fitness.
- 3Fashion and Style: Utilize these antonyms in discussions about fashion and style.
Remember this!
The antonyms of fatty describe different body types and the amount of fat on a person's body. Use lean to describe someone who is thin and fit, skinny to describe someone who is extremely thin, and slim to describe someone who has a slender and attractive figure. These words can be used in conversations about body types, health and fitness, and fashion and style.
