undernourished

The word “undernourished” has 4 syllables: un-der-nour-ished

It's pronounced as /ˌʌn.dɚˈnɝː.ɪʃt/


What is synonym and antonym for undernourished?

In the thesaurus, “undernourished” has 27 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for undernourished along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for undernourished

Antonyms for undernourished

  • beefy
  • brawny
  • burly
  • chubby
  • corpulent
  • fat
  • fit
  • flabby
  • fleshy
  • hale
  • healthy
  • hearty
  • heavyset
  • husky
  • nourished
  • obese
  • overweight
  • plump
  • portly
  • pudgy
  • roly-poly
  • rotund
  • soft
  • stocky
  • thickset
  • tubby

Meanings of undernourished

  • adjective
    1. Provided with insufficient nourishment to sustain proper health and growth.

Example Sentences

  • The doctor said the child appeared undernourished and needed immediate care.
  • Many animals in the shelter looked undernourished due to neglect.
  • A poor diet can leave you feeling weak and undernourished.
  • The rescue team brought food and water to the undernourished villagers.
  • She adopted an undernourished puppy and nursed it back to health.

On this page you'll find 53 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to undernourished, such as: beefy, boney, bony, brawny, burly, cadaverous, chubby.

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