Definitions
- Describing a tall and thin person with long limbs. - Referring to an awkward or ungainly posture or gait due to being tall and thin. - Talking about a lean and slender build that may be attractive or athletic.
- Describing a person who is excessively thin and undernourished. - Referring to a weak or frail appearance due to lack of muscle or body mass. - Talking about a bony and emaciated build that may be unattractive or unhealthy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a thin or slender build.
- 2Both can have negative connotations.
- 3Both can be used to describe a person's physical appearance.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Lanky implies a taller and more elongated build, while scrawny suggests a smaller and more frail build.
- 2Muscle: Lanky may suggest a lean and athletic build, while scrawny implies a lack of muscle or body mass.
- 3Health: Lanky can be a positive attribute, while scrawny often has negative connotations associated with malnourishment or illness.
- 4Posture: Lanky may suggest an awkward or ungainly posture or gait, while scrawny may suggest a hunched or weak posture.
- 5Attractiveness: Lanky can be considered attractive or desirable, while scrawny is often seen as unattractive or unhealthy.
Remember this!
Lanky and scrawny both describe a thin or slender build, but they differ in size, muscle, health, posture, and attractiveness. Lanky implies a taller and more elongated build, often with a lean and athletic appearance. It can be a positive attribute. On the other hand, scrawny suggests a smaller and more frail build, often with a lack of muscle or body mass. It can have negative connotations associated with malnourishment or illness.
