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Meaning of slim in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /slɪm/

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  1. Verb

    slim

    Definitions

    1. take off weight

    Antonyms

    • gain
    • put on
  2. Classifying Adjective

    slim

    Definitions

    1. being of delicate or slender build

    Examples

    • « she was slender as a willow shoot is slender- Frank Norris »
    • « a slim girl with straight blonde hair »
    • « watched her slight figure cross the street »

    Synonyms

    • thin
    • lean
  3. 2. small in quantity

    Examples

    • « slender wages »
    • « a slim chance of winning »
    • « a small surplus »

    Synonyms

    • small
    • little

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