Definitions and Examples of thinner, slimmer, narrower
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having less width or depth than usual.
Example
She decided to buy a thinner phone because it was easier to carry around.
Having a smaller width or girth than usual.
Example
She lost weight and now she can fit into slimmer clothes.
Having less width or space between two points.
Example
The road became narrower as we approached the mountain.
Key Differences: thinner vs slimmer vs narrower
- 1Thinner refers to having less width or depth than usual.
- 2Slimmer describes having a smaller width or girth than usual.
- 3Narrower refers to having less width or space between two points.
Effective Usage of thinner, slimmer, narrower
- 1Describing Objects: Use these antonyms to describe the width or depth of objects.
- 2Comparing Sizes: Use these antonyms to compare the size of different objects.
- 3Talking about Weight Loss: Use slimmer to describe weight loss achievements.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of thicker describe the opposite of thickness. Thinner refers to having less width or depth than usual, slimmer describes having a smaller width or girth than usual, and narrower refers to having less width or space between two points. Use these words to describe objects, compare sizes, and talk about weight loss achievements.
