slimming

Getting more svelte

Slimming describes something that makes a person appear thinner, or the process of trying to lose weight.

A slimming dress or slimming color creates a leaner silhouette.

As a noun, slimming refers to dieting or weight-loss efforts: She's been on a slimming program for months.

The term is more common in British than American English.

fashion

flattering

Excessively praising, often insincerely

empire-waist · peplum · draping · tunic · bodycon · tailored · shapewear · cinched · elongating · ruching

body-shape

svelte

Gracefully slender

slender · lean · thin · narrow · sylphlike · wiry · petite · toned · sleek · streamlined

fitness

toning

Strengthening muscles gradually

workout · sculpting · lifting · resistance · cardio · aerobics · pilates · yoga · endurance · training

diet

calorie

Unit of thermal energy

protein · fiber · keto · paleo · gluten-free · sugar-free · appetite · suppression · macros · meal-prep

health

metabolism

Cellular nutrient conversion

diabetes · cardiovascular · hypertension · nutrition · digestion · insulin · bariatric · lipids · inflammation · hormonal

wellness

spa

Therapeutic wellness facility

holistic · massage · therapy · stress-relief · rejuvenation · cleanse · sauna · hydrotherapy · infrared · colonics

psychology

confidence

Self-assurance or trust

perception · mindset · motivation · self-worth · empowerment · insecurity · dysmorphia · appearance · self-perception · restriction

Categories
Opposites
effect on body weight/size

slimmingfattening

Promoting weight gain

bulking · plumping · enlarging · bloating · expanding

visual appearance effect

slimmingunflattering

Making someone look bad

bulky · widening · frumpy · boxy · volumizing

caloric/nutritional impact

slimmingfattening

Promoting weight gain

calorific · high-calorie · rich · indulgent · heavy

Phrases
Family

slim, slimmer, slimness, slimmest, slims, slimmed, slimly

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G