Vocabulary Entry

underweight

|adjective • noun

adjective

Having a body weight considered to be below the normal range for a given height.

Example Sentences

"She was diagnosed as underweight after her visit to the doctor."

"He felt self-conscious about being underweight compared to his peers."

"The nutritionist recommended a higher calorie diet for her underweight condition."

noun

Example Sentences

"His underweight was a concern that needed to be addressed."

"The doctor noted that her underweight could affect her overall health."

"They conducted a study on the effects of underweight in adolescents."