cachetic

/kæˈtɛtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to cachexia, a condition of malnutrition and weakness, typically resulting from disease or chronic illness

“The patient’s cachetic appearance shocked the doctor.”

2. noun

a person or animal that is severely malnourished or weakened by disease

“The animal shelter worker cared for the cachetic cat.”

Synonyms

  • emaciated
  • wasted

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • robust