Learn English Words the Easy Way Series – Emaciated (adj)

This series is particularly tailored for people learning English – English words particularly. Like many languages, English words can be broken down into parts; each part has its own meaning, contributing to the overall meaning of the word itself. Understanding how each word is put together with “parts” helps a learner remember English words easier.

Emaciated - (adj)

Meaning:

Very thin and weak (from sickness or hunger).

In Part:

e + maci + ted

outside + meager + [adj]

Emaciated shares the same root with meager. The word literally means being thin outside.

Emaciated is used to describe [someone] being extremely thin usually due to sickness or hunger.

Examples:

1. Emaciated children during the war.

2. Emaciated donkey.

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