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Appearance - Body Weight

Here you will learn some English words related to body weight such as "bony", "chubby", and "stout".

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Words Related to Appearance
fat
fat
[Adjective]

(of people or animals) weighing much more than what is thought to be healthy for their body

Ex: He admires body diversity and believes everyone should be accepted regardless of being fat or thin. 
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overweight
overweight
[Adjective]

weighing more than what is considered healthy or desirable for one's body size and build

Ex: John is overweight because he eats large portions and rarely exercises. 
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obese
obese
[Adjective]

extremely overweight, with excess body fat that significantly increases health risks

Ex: Due to his sedentary lifestyle and poor diet, Tom has become obese. 
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ample
ample
[Adjective]

(of women or their body part) having a full or generously proportioned figure

Ex: The ample curves of the actress caught the attention of many admirers. 
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chubby
chubby
[Adjective]

(particularly of a child or young adult) slightly overweight in a way that is considered cute or charming rather than unhealthy or unattractive

Ex: Despite being a little chubby, she was always full of energy and laughter. 
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tubby
tubby
[Adjective]

(of a person) short and fat

Ex: The tubby man struggled to fit into the narrow seat on the bus. 
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stout
stout
[Adjective]

(of a person) slightly fat and heavy

Ex: The stout man lumbered down the street, his heavyset figure moving with determination. 
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chunky
chunky
[Adjective]

solidly built with a thick or muscular body shape

Ex: The chunky football player easily pushed through the opposing team's defense. 
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corpulent
corpulent
[Adjective]

excessively overweight or obese

Ex: The king's corpulent figure filled the grand throne. 
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dumpy
dumpy
[Adjective]

having a short, plump, and unattractive figure

Ex: The dumpy man struggled to keep up with his friends on the hiking trail. 
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fleshy
fleshy
[Adjective]

having a body that is chubby with soft-looking flesh

Ex: She admired her fleshy figure in the mirror, appreciating her curves. 
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plump
plump
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

Ex: She had a plump face with rosy cheeks that gave her a youthful appearance. 
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porky
porky
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a large body size

Ex: Despite being teased for being a bit porky in high school, Sarah embraced her body and learned to love herself. 
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portly
portly
[Adjective]

(especially of a man) round or a little overweight

Ex: The portly gentleman greeted guests with a warm smile and a hearty laugh. 
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potbellied
potbellied
[Adjective]

(of a person or animal) having a round bulging stomach

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pudgy
pudgy
[Adjective]

slightly fat or chubby, especially in a cute or endearing way

Ex: The toddler had pudgy cheeks that everyone loved to pinch. 
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roly-poly
roly-poly
[Adjective]

short and fat

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rotund
rotund
[Adjective]

having a rounded and fat body shape

Ex: The rotund man's cheerful demeanor matched his plump physique. 
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fatty
fatty
[noun]

a casual or insulting term used to refer to someone who is overweight

Ex: He apologized for calling his friend a fatty during their argument. 
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fatso
fatso
[noun]

an overweight or obese person

Ex: Hey fatso, could you scoot over and make some room on the couch? 
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thin
thin
[Adjective]

(of people or animals) weighing less than what is thought to be healthy for their body

Ex: He is thin but strong, thanks to regular exercise and a balanced diet. 
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skinny
skinny
[Adjective]

having a very low amount of body fat

Ex: She has always been naturally skinny, even though she eats well. 
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underweight
underweight
[Adjective]

weighing less than the desired, healthy, or normal amount

Ex: The doctor diagnosed her as underweight due to her low body mass index. 
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gaunt
gaunt
[Adjective]

(of a person) excessively thin as a result of a disease, worry or hunger

Ex: After weeks of sickness, his face looked gaunt and pale. 
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scrawny
scrawny
[Adjective]

thin and bony in a way that is not pleasant

Ex: Despite his appetite, he remained scrawny, unable to put on weight. 
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emaciated
emaciated
[Adjective]

extremely thin and weak, often because of illness or a severe lack of food

Ex: The refugees were found in an emaciated state after weeks without food or water. 
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anorexic
anorexic
[Adjective]

having anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by extreme restriction of food intake

Ex: The patient was severely anorexic and required hospitalization. 
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bony
bony
[Adjective]

extremely thin to the point where the outlines of one's bones are visible beneath one's skin

Ex: Despite her efforts to gain weight, her bony frame remained unchanged. 
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cadaverous
cadaverous
[Adjective]

very thin or pale in a way that is suggestive of an illness

Ex: The patient's cadaverous appearance alarmed the doctors, indicating severe malnutrition. 
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pinched
pinched
[Adjective]

extremely emaciated, particularly due to illness, lack of food, or exposure to cold

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puny
puny
[Adjective]

small and weak in strength or size

Ex: The puny sapling struggled to grow amidst the towering trees of the forest. 
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scraggy
scraggy
[Adjective]

thin, bony, or skinny in an unattractive or unhealthy way

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skeletal
skeletal
[Adjective]

resembling a skeleton in appearance due to being very thin or emaciated

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stringy
stringy
[Adjective]

having a slender shape, often used to describe someone who is thin and wiry

Ex: The marathon runner's stringy arms and legs were evidence of his intense training regimen. 
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slim
slim
[Adjective]

thin in an attractive way

Ex: He followed a healthy diet to stay slim and healthy. 
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slender
slender
[Adjective]

(of a person or body part) attractively thin

Ex: She had a slender figure, with long limbs and a graceful posture. 
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lean
lean
[Adjective]

having little body fat

Ex: The athlete had a lean physique from years of training. 
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trim
trim
[Adjective]

physically thin, fit, and attractive

Ex: She maintained a trim figure through regular exercise and a balanced diet. 
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petite
petite
[Adjective]

(of a woman) small in an attractive way

Ex: She had a petite frame, with delicate features and slender limbs. 
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dainty
dainty
[Adjective]

pleasantly small and attractive, often implying a sense of elegance

Ex: The dainty woman captivated everyone with her small, attractive frame and charming smile. 
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wiry
wiry
[Adjective]

having a lean and strong body

Ex: The wiry gymnast executed intricate routines with grace and precision, showcasing his strength and flexibility. 
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sinewy
sinewy
[Adjective]

having a lean and muscular physique, characterized by strength and agility

Ex: The sinewy athlete sprinted effortlessly across the finish line, her muscles rippling with each stride. 
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spare
spare
[Adjective]

thin or lean, often implying that the person is not carrying excess weight

Ex: After months of training, he had a spare physique, ideal for competitive running. 
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delicate
delicate
[Adjective]

small and attractive in shape, structure, or appearance

Ex: The delicate ballerina moved across the stage with grace and precision, captivating the audience with her elegant movements. 
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elfin
elfin
[Adjective]

small, delicate, and charming physical presence, often with a slightly mischievous quality

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lissom
lissom
[Adjective]

delicately thin and with an agile body

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svelte
svelte
[Adjective]

(of a woman) elegant and slender in built

Ex: The svelte actress captivated audiences with her elegant appearance on the red carpet. 
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big
big
[Adjective]

(of a person) having a body size that is noticeably larger than usual

Ex: The basketball player was big, towering over everyone else on the court. 
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