Dumpy and Gaunt

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Dumpy adjective - Being compact and broad in build and often short in stature.

Usage example: dumpy little men trying to look like tough guys

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Gaunt is an antonym for dumpy.

Nearby Words: dump, dumping, dumped, dumper

Gaunt adjective - Suffering extreme weight loss as a result of hunger or disease.

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Dumpy is an antonym for gaunt.

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