Emaciate
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ɪˈmeɪ̯.ʃiːˌeɪ̯t/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Emaciate is a verb meaning (transitive) To make extremely thin or wasted.
Meaning
(transitive) To make extremely thin or wasted.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To become extremely thin or wasted.
- Emaciated.
Word Forms
- emaciates
- emaciating
- emaciated
Synonyms for emaciate
Depending on context, synonyms include waste, macerate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include waste, macerate, extenuate, emacerate, attenuate, meagre.
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