Basic Details
Word: Scrawny
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very thin and weak-looking.
Synonyms: Skinny, slim, gaunt
Antonyms: Fat, plump, stout
Idioms and Phrases
- Scrawny as a chicken: Used to describe someone who is very thin. Example: "After weeks of studying, he looked scrawny as a chicken from not eating properly."
- Scrawny little thing: Often used to affectionately describe a small but endearing creature or person. Example: "The kitten was a scrawny little thing, but it had the loudest meow!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The stray cat looked scrawny and needed urgent care to regain its health.
Example 2: He was once athletic, but after the illness, he became quite scrawny.
Example 3: The little boy was scrawny, but he had a big heart and was always helping others.
Fun Fact
The word "scrawny" is believed to come from the Middle English word "scrn," which means to be thin, and it has been used since the early 19th century to describe someone who is very thin or bony.
Famous Quote
"It's not about how big you are, but how scrawny you can be and still be fierce." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "scrawny" mean?
a) Very thin and weak-looking
b) Strong and muscular
c) Average-sized
d) Very large
Answer: a) Very thin and weak-looking
2. Which of these is a synonym of "scrawny"?
a) Muscular
b) Gaunt
c) Burly
d) Plump
Answer: b) Gaunt
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "scrawny"?
a) Thin
b) Stout
c) Weak
d) Lean
Answer: b) Stout
4. Which sentence uses "scrawny" correctly?
a) The scrawny rabbit hopped quickly across the field.
b) The scrawny elephant splashed water on itself.
c) The scrawny boy lifted weights effortlessly.
d) The scrawny dog dug a hole in the ground.
Answer: a) The scrawny rabbit hopped quickly across the field.
5. Which idiom means very thin?
a) As fat as a pig
b) Scrawny as a chicken
c) As strong as an ox
d) Busy as a bee
Answer: b) Scrawny as a chicken
