anorexic

/əˈnɔrɛksɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or characterized by anorexia; having a body mass index of less than 18.5

“The anorexic patient struggled to maintain a healthy weight.”

2. noun

a person who has anorexia

“The anorexic’s family sought professional help to address the issue.”

Synonyms

  • emaciated
  • wasted

Antonyms

  • morbidly obese
  • obese