Search Dictionary
Definition of scrawniness

scrawniness

/ˈskrɔː.ni.nəs/
scraw · ni · ness
Adverb:scrawnily
•
Adjective:scrawny
JUMP TO:

scrawniness Lexical Profile

scrawniness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state or quality of being unattractively thin, bony, and undernourished.

Example

"Despite the stray kitten's initial scrawniness, a few weeks of regular meals restored it to a healthy weight."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for scrawniness
Antonyms
View all antonyms for scrawniness

• Rhymes for scrawniness

• Nearby Words

scratchy
scrawl
scrawnily
scrawniness
scrawny
scream
screamer

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from the adjective 'scrawny' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness'; 'scrawny' itself is an American English alteration of the dialectal word 'scranny' (lean, thin), likely of Scandinavian origin and related to Norwegian 'skran' (lean, shriveled).

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Scrawniness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/scrawniness
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.