slimmer

[slim-er] / ˈslɪm ər /

ADJECTIVE

thin, not heavy

Synonyms

WEAK

attenuate beanpole beanstalk fine insubstantial lean lithe narrow reedy skeleton skinny slight spare stalky stick svelte sylphlike tenuous threadlike trim twiggy willowy

Antonyms

WEAK

adequate chubby fat heavy overweight plump reasonable sensible sufficient thick

ADJECTIVE

inadequate, flimsy

Synonyms

WEAK

bare deficient faint feeble fragile inconsiderable insufficient little meager poor remote scant scanty scarce short shy slight small spare tenuous thin wanting weak

Antonyms

WEAK

adequate chubby fat heavy overweight plump reasonable sensible sufficient thick

Example Sentences

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Even if businesses want to hire, the pickings are slimmer, especially in low-skill occupations at hotels and restaurants.

From MarketWatch

Many pay-TV providers have launched slimmer packages to attract consumers who want access only to specific channels at a lower price than a full suite of offerings.

From The Wall Street Journal

A liquidity drain in financial markets, plus slimmer odds that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in December, also have been suggested factors in the rout.

From MarketWatch

Biopharma is back, and it’s smarter, slimmer and more strategic than before.

From MarketWatch