Ultrathin — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌəl-trə-ˈthin/ ul·tra·thin

Meaning & Definition of Ultrathin

Ultrathin (adjective)

  1. extremely or extraordinarily thin

Ultrathin (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being of less than usual width

    "a new generation of flat-panel TVs that were ultrathin"

    similar: fine, hairline, narrow, needlelike, paper-thin, skinny, slender, slim, slim-jim, thin
    related: attenuate, attenuated, elongate, linear, bottleneck, close, compressed, condensed, constricted, contracted, squeezed, tight, tightened, lanky, rangy, reedy, shoestring, spindly, stalky, stringy, twiggy, willowy, wispy, lank, spare
    opposite: broad, fat, wide
    near: chunky, squat, stocky, stumpy, thick, thickset, bulky, massive, voluminous, thickish, widish

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ultrathin

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ultrathin:

fine, hairline, narrow, needlelike, paper-thin, skinny, slender, slim, slim-jim, thin

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ultrathin

Words with the opposite meaning of Ultrathin:

broad, fat, wide

Related Words for Ultrathin

attenuate, attenuated, elongate, linear, bottleneck, close, compressed, condensed, constricted, contracted, squeezed, tight, tightened, lanky, rangy, reedy, shoestring, spindly, stalky, stringy, twiggy, willowy, wispy, lank, spare

Near Antonyms of Ultrathin

chunky, squat, stocky, stumpy, thick, thickset, bulky, massive, voluminous, thickish, widish

Origin & Etymology of Ultrathin

First known use: 1851

Frequently Asked Questions about Ultrathin

What does "Ultrathin" mean?

"Ultrathin" means extremely or extraordinarily thin. As an adjective, it is defined as: extremely or extraordinarily thin.

What is another word for "Ultrathin"?

Other words for "Ultrathin" include fine, hairline, narrow, needlelike, paper-thin, skinny, slender and slim. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ultrathin" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ultrathin"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ultrathin". Common alternatives include fine, hairline, narrow, needlelike, paper-thin, skinny, slender, slim, slim-jim and thin.

What is the opposite of "Ultrathin"?

Antonyms of "Ultrathin" include broad, fat and wide. Near antonyms include chunky, squat, stocky and stumpy.

How do you use "Ultrathin" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ultrathin" in a sentence: "a new generation of flat-panel TVs that were ultrathin".

Is "Ultrathin" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ultrathin" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Ultrathin"?

"Ultrathin" is pronounced /ˌəl-trə-ˈthin/ and divided into syllables as ul·tra·thin.

What is the origin of the word "Ultrathin"?

First known use: 1851.