Multiple choice Directions: Choose the correct synonym for the word in bold. CORPULENT Lean Obese Emaciated Gaunt Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation 'Corpulent' means overweight or fat. 'Obese' is the correct synonym as it also refers to being excessively overweight. The other options (Lean, Emaciated, Gaunt) all mean thin.