CEFR C1
anorectic
adjective
Meaning
Relating to or suffering from anorexia, an eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, an intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted perception of weight.
Examples
- The doctor was concerned about the patient's increasingly anorectic state.
- She recognized her friend's anorectic behaviors and urged her to seek help.
Synonyms: emaciated, underweight, skeletal, cachectic