1. not obese; having a body weight that is not excessively above normal
Usage: medical; technical

Examples

• The study compared diabetes rates between obese and nonobese participants.
• Nonobese individuals showed lower rates of heart disease in the research.
• The doctor noted that the patient was nonobese but still at risk for other health issues.
• Exercise benefits were observed in both obese and nonobese groups.
• The medication was tested on nonobese volunteers first.
• Nonobese children were included as a control group in the nutrition study.