anorexic
0 antonyms and opposites of anorexic, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Relating to or affected by anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder involving extreme restriction of food.
Etymology
From anorexia plus the adjective suffix -ic.
Full origin of anorexic →Frequently asked questions
What does “anorexic” mean?
The word “anorexic” means relating to or affected by anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder involving extreme restriction of food. In plain terms, relating to the eating disorder anorexia, or describing someone who has it.
How do you pronounce “anorexic”?
“Anorexic” is pronounced a-nuh-REHK-sihk (/ænəˈɹɛksɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “anorexic” in a sentence?
Here is “anorexic” used in a sentence: “She was hospitalised for treatment after becoming severely anorexic.”
What is another word for “anorexic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “anorexic” include anorectic.
What part of speech is “anorexic”?
Depending on how it is used, “anorexic” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “anorexic” have?
“Anorexic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or affected by anorexia nervosa, an eating disorder involving extreme restriction of food.