A2 — Elementaryadjective
snello
slim, slender, shapely
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
esileslanciatosottileasciutto
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
grassorobustocorpulentotozzo
Usage note
'Snello' has a positive connotation (slim and attractive). 'Esile' (slight) can imply fragility. 'Slanciato' emphasises height and slenderness. 'Asciutto' suggests a lean, muscular build without excess fat.
Example
"È snella e slanciata — ha la figura ideale per la moda."
"She is slim and slender — she has the ideal figure for fashion."
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