Underweight

Synonyms of underweight

• thin
• emaciated
• undernourished

Antonyms of underweight

• obese
• plump
• overweight

Collocations of underweight

underweight person

Frequency: 70 %

The doctor advised the underweight person to eat more protein.

underweight child

Frequency: 65 %

The underweight child was put on a special diet to help gain weight.

underweight individual

Frequency: 60 %

The underweight individual sought help from a nutritionist to improve their health.

underweight teenager

Frequency: 55 %

The underweight teenager was monitored closely by medical professionals.

underweight athlete

Frequency: 50 %

The underweight athlete worked with a trainer to develop a healthy eating plan.

Idiomatic Expressions for underweight

• Phrase: Underweight for its size
  Meaning: To be lighter than expected or normal in relation to one's size or build.
  Usage: The puppy was underweight for its size, so the vet recommended a special diet.