asthenic type

noun phrase

Meaning

A body constitution characterized by a thin, fragile frame, narrow shoulders, and a lack of muscular development.

Examples

In early 20th-century psychology, the asthenic type was often associated with specific personality traits.
He possessed the classic asthenic type, appearing perpetually frail despite his height.

Synonyms: slender, frail, ectomorphic, emaciated

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asthenic type

noun phrase

Pronunciation: æsˈθɛnɪk taɪp

Definition

A body constitution characterized by a thin, fragile frame, narrow shoulders, and a lack of muscular development.

Examples

In early 20th-century psychology, the asthenic type was often associated with specific personality traits.
He possessed the classic asthenic type, appearing perpetually frail despite his height.

Synonyms of asthenic type

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Antonyms of asthenic type

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