anorectic /ænəˈɹɛktɪk/adjective 2noun 2forms 3 adjective2 •Characterised by a lack of appetite, especially as suffering from anorexia nervosa. •Causing a loss of appetite.anorectic drugs noun2 •A person suffering from anorexia nervosa; an anorexic. •A drug or dietary supplement that reduces the appetite so as to promote weight loss. formsanorectics · more anorectic · most anorectic