thinness (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈθɪnnəs/

Definition

The state or quality of being thin; having little width, depth, or girth.

Examples

• The artist admired the delicate thinness of the porcelain vase.

• Despite his active lifestyle, a noticeable thinness characterized his frame.

• Engineers had concerns about the thinness of the metal sheets used in the construction.

Synonyms of thinness

Words with a similar meaning to thinness:

• slenderness
• leanness
• skinniness
• attenuation

Antonyms of thinness

Words with the opposite meaning to thinness:

• thickness
• bulk

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