malnourished

US /ˌmælˈnɜ:rɪʃt/

UK /ˌmælˈnʌrɪʃt/

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  • Having suffered from malnutrition; poorly nourished.
  • Past tense of malnourish: To provide with insufficient food or nourishment.

adjective

  • Poorly or improperly nourished; suffering from malnutrition.
  • Suffering from malnutrition.
  • Not having had adequate nourishment or food
  • Having the physical characteristics of someone suffering from malnutrition.
  • Poorly or improperly nourished; suffering from malnutrition.
  • Not provided with the substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition.