slimmer

[slim-er] / ˈslɪm ər /

ADJECTIVE

thin, not heavy

Synonyms

WEAK

attenuate beanpole beanstalk fine insubstantial lean lithe narrow reedy skeleton skinny slight spare stalky stick svelte sylphlike tenuous threadlike trim twiggy willowy

Antonyms

WEAK

adequate chubby fat heavy overweight plump reasonable sensible sufficient thick

ADJECTIVE

inadequate, flimsy

Synonyms

WEAK

bare deficient faint feeble fragile inconsiderable insufficient little meager poor remote scant scanty scarce short shy slight small spare tenuous thin wanting weak

Antonyms

WEAK

adequate chubby fat heavy overweight plump reasonable sensible sufficient thick

Example Sentences

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But now, the chances of her capping her return with one final golden run through the Olympics is slimmer than ever.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

The NHS recommends the jabs for people who are overweight with obesity-related health risks - not people who just want to get a bit slimmer.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

Even if businesses want to hire, the pickings are slimmer, especially in low-skill occupations at hotels and restaurants.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 20, 2025

Amar Subramanya will replace Giannandrea with a slimmer set of responsibilities, reporting to Craig Federighi.

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

One of them is a little taller and slimmer than the other, but they definitely look alike.

From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi