Definition & Meaning of "gaunt"

gaunt

(of a person) excessively thin as a result of a disease, worry or hunger

bony

emaciated

lean

lithe

scrawny

Example

His gaunt appearance worried his friends, who urged him to seek medical attention.

After weeks of sickness, his face looked gaunt and pale.

Example

His gaunt appearance worried his friends, who urged him to seek medical attention.

After weeks of sickness, his face looked gaunt and pale.

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