fatten
0 antonyms and opposites of fatten, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To make an animal or person fatter, often by feeding them richly.
How to use fatten
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fatten up
fatten the herd
fatten a bank account
Etymology
From "fat" plus the verb-forming suffix "-en".
Full origin of fatten →Frequently asked questions
What does “fatten” mean?
The word “fatten” means to make an animal or person fatter, often by feeding them richly. In plain terms, to make (or become) fatter or larger.
How do you pronounce “fatten”?
“Fatten” is pronounced FA-tuhn (/ˈfætən/ in IPA).
How do you use “fatten” in a sentence?
Here is “fatten” used in a sentence: “Farmers fatten the pigs before taking them to market.”
What part of speech is “fatten”?
“Fatten” is a verb.
How many meanings does “fatten” have?
“Fatten” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make an animal or person fatter, often by feeding them richly.