Definition

The quality of having very thin or bony parts, often referring to a person's body or appearance.

Example

Her boniness made her look fragile and delicate.

Conversation

I noticed you’ve lost some weight lately; you look great!

Thanks! I guess my boniness is really noticeable now.

It can be a bit concerning though, don’t you think?

Yeah, I should probably focus on eating more balanced meals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boniness → It is formed from "bone" (from Old English "ban", meaning the hard structure that makes up the skeleton) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "boniness" refers to the state of being bony or having prominent bones.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bone' to remember that 'boniness' describes the quality of being bony or having visible bones.

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