Thin individual: meaning, definitions and examples

General use to describe someone with little body fat. Neutral connotation.

• He's always been a thin individual, even when he was a kid.
• The doctor commented that she's a thin individual and should monitor her health closely.

Used to describe someone who is attractively thin, often in a graceful way. Positive connotation.

• She had a slender figure that many admired.
• The model walked down the runway with a slender elegance.

Commonly used to describe someone who is attractively thin and in good shape. Often implies desire by many.

• He prefers to stay slim by jogging every morning.
• She bought a slim dress for the party.

Typically used to describe someone who is thin in a healthy and fit way, often with muscle tone. Positive connotation.

• He maintains a lean physique through regular exercise and a balanced diet.
• She has a lean and athletic build, perfect for a sprinter.

Often used to describe someone who is very thin. Can have a negative connotation implying undernourishment or weakness.

• The stray dog was skinny and clearly hadn’t eaten in days.
• She was teased for being too skinny in high school.

Usually positive, often describes someone gracefully thin and attractive.

• The model has a slender figure that many aspire to

Positive connotation, suggests someone is thin in a healthy and appealing way.

• She follows a balanced diet and regular exercise to stay slim

Describes a person who is fit and muscular with little body fat, often implying health and strength.

• He has a lean physique from years of athletic training

Often negative; implies someone is unhealthily or excessively thin.

• He looked too skinny after being sick for a month