emaciation

noun

Pronunciation: ɪˌmeɪsiˈeɪʃən

Definition

A state of being abnormally thin or weak, typically due to prolonged illness or starvation.

Examples

• The patient's severe emaciation required immediate nutritional intervention.

• Years of famine led to widespread emaciation among the local population.

• The doctor noted signs of emaciation during the physical examination.

Synonyms of emaciation

Words with a similar meaning to emaciation:

• thinness
• leanness
• gauntness
• wasting

Antonyms of emaciation

Words with the opposite meaning to emaciation:

• obesity
• corpulence

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