1. Plural of anorectic; people who suffer from anorexia nervosa or have a loss of appetite.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Often used in healthcare and psychological contexts

1. Relating to or causing loss of appetite; suppressing appetite.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term

Examples

• The clinic specializes in treating anorectics with comprehensive nutritional and psychological support.
• Certain medications have anorectic side effects that patients should be aware of.
• Support groups for anorectics provide peer counseling and recovery resources.
• The anorectic properties of the drug made it unsuitable for patients needing to maintain healthy weight.
• Healthcare providers work with anorectics to develop sustainable eating habits and address underlying issues.