wannarexic
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Meaning · English
One who does not have the eating disorder anorexia nervosa, but wishes to.
Register: derogatory, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
While some experts say these girls likely have body image issues or could develop a more serious eating disorder, wannarexics usually range between healthy and overweight.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “wannarexic” mean?
One who does not have the eating disorder anorexia nervosa, but wishes to.
Is “wannarexic” formal or informal?
wannarexic is generally derogatory, slang.