
Scrawny
Negative Connotation
Often implies the person or animal is undesirably thin and may lack strength.
The scrawny runner struggled to lift the heavy weights.
Not for Obesity
Never used to describe overweight individuals; it specifically means very thin.
Even after the diet, he was never called scrawny.
Not a Compliment
May be considered rude or insulting if used to describe people; use with caution.
She overheard someone call her scrawny and felt offended.
Compare with
BonyEmaciatedGauntLankyLeanMeagreSkinnyThin
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