← BackshareGuessscrawny/ˈskrɔni/adjectiveVery thin, often in a way that suggests weakness or lack of strength.The scrawny kitten was rescued from the alley and fed well.He was a scrawny kid who grew into a strong athlete.The plant looked scrawny because it didn't get enough sunlight.SynonymsgauntskinnybonyAntonymsplumpsturdy