The Opposite(Antonym) of “overweight”
The antonyms of overweight are underweight, slim, and thin. These words describe a person's body weight and shape.
Explore all Antonyms of “overweight”
Definitions and Examples of underweight, slim, thin
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Weighing less than what is considered healthy or normal for one's age, height, and gender.
Example
She was underweight and needed to gain a few pounds to be in the healthy range.
Having a slender or thin body shape; not overweight.
Example
She had a slim figure and could fit into any dress she wanted.
Having little flesh or fat on the body; not thick or dense.
Example
He was so thin that his bones were visible through his skin.
Key Differences: underweight vs slim vs thin
- 1Underweight refers to weighing less than what is considered healthy or normal, while overweight refers to weighing more than what is considered healthy or normal.
- 2Slim and thin both refer to having a slender or thin body shape, but thin implies having little flesh or fat on the body, while slim can also mean being fit and healthy.
- 3Overweight is a medical term that describes a condition of excess body weight, while slim and thin are not medical terms.
Effective Usage of underweight, slim, thin
- 1Health and Fitness: Use these antonyms to describe body weight and shape in discussions about health and fitness.
- 2Fashion and Beauty: Incorporate these antonyms in conversations about fashion and beauty to describe body types and clothing styles.
- 3Food and Nutrition: Utilize these antonyms in discussions about food and nutrition to describe healthy and unhealthy eating habits.
Remember this!
The antonyms of overweight are underweight, slim, and thin. Use these words to describe body weight and shape in discussions about health and fitness, fashion and beauty, and food and nutrition.
