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What is another word for Lean? – 185 Lean Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    slender thin gaunt lanky skinny scrawny spindly wiry fragile frail weak feeble emaciated bony angular spare meager scanty inadequate insufficient sparse slight narrow compact streamlined economical efficient frugal thrifty austere ascetic minimalist simplified reduced decreased diminished lessened weakened enfeebled debilitated impoverished

    Meaning of Lean

    The primary meaning of the word "Lean" is to be in a position where one is inclined or bent to one side, or to be dependent on something for support.

    Definitions

    • Used to describe something that is thin or slender, often in a way that is considered attractive or desirable
    • To incline or bend to one side, often due to a lack of balance or support
    • To depend on something for support or guidance
    • To be biased or inclined towards a particular opinion or perspective

    Etymology of Lean

    The word "Lean" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with the original meaning of "to bend" or "to incline"
    The word has evolved over time to encompass a range of meanings, including physical position, dependence, and bias
    The modern English usage of the word "Lean" is influenced by its Old English and Germanic roots, as well as its Middle English and Early Modern English developments

    Example Uses

    • The tree leans heavily to one side due to the strong winds it has endured over the years
    • She leans on her friends for emotional support during difficult times
    • The company is trying to lean towards more sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices
    • The researcher's findings lean towards the conclusion that climate change is having a significant impact on global ecosystems

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    fat obese overweight plump stout chubby bulky heavy dense thick broad wide large ample abundant sufficient strong sturdy robust resilient vigorous healthy flourishing thriving prosperous opulent luxurious extravagant lavish wasteful excessive bloated

    Related Nouns

    figure shape form body frame build structure skeleton bones muscles flesh tissue mass weight density volume size proportion contour outline silhouette profile posture stance position attitude orientation direction inclination slope slant angle bias tendency trend inclination

    Related Verbs

    bend incline slant slope tilt tip cant incline bend bow curve flex yield give surrender depend rely trust rest support sustain maintain uphold prop brace bolster reinforce straighten align adjust regulate control govern direct guide

    Related Adjectives

    thin slender gaunt lanky skinny scrawny spindly wiry fragile frail weak feeble emaciated bony angular spare meager scanty inadequate insufficient sparse slight narrow compact streamlined economical efficient frugal thrifty austere ascetic minimalist simplified reduced decreased diminished lessened weakened enfeebled debilitated impoverished