Synonyms for Bony & Similar Words
Definition of bony
- adjective
- very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold; "emaciated bony hands"; "a nightmare population of gaunt men and skeletal boys"; "eyes were haggard and cavernous"; "small pinched faces"; "kept life in his wasted frame only by grim concentration"
- composed of or containing bone; "osseous tissue"
- having bones especially many or prominent bones; "a bony shad fillet"; "her bony wrist"; "bony fish"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "bony"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like boned, cadaverous, emaciated can replace "bony" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 12 alternatives available, "bony" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Bony" in song lyrics
See how bony is used in real songs:
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"Waist is gaining so much weight my legs is gettin' bony"
Color Changin' Click f/ Rasaq, Yung-Ro, 50/50 Lil' Twin — If Ya Crunk -
"Skinny as a kid, no nuts you was bony"
Knightowl f/ Kokane — Mr. Policeman -
"What you don't see those children on TV, starving and bony"
Magic f/ Mia X — Thank You Lord For My Life