boniness

/bəˈnɪnɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality or state of being bony; the quality of being or seeming to be excessively bony; a bony appearance or feel.

“The old man’s boniness was evident in his gaunt face and sunken eyes.”

Synonyms

  • bony
  • gaunt
  • skeletal

Antonyms

  • fat
  • plump