25 Skinny Shaming Comebacks

Dealing with skinny shaming can be frustrating, especially when people think it’s okay to comment on your body size without a second thought.

But you don’t have to take those comments lying down! Whether it’s someone asking if you even eat or making a remark about being “too thin,” having a few witty comebacks ready can help you stand up for yourself while keeping the mood light. 

Here are 25 skinny-shaming comebacks that will put the haters in their place without breaking a sweat.

Top List Of  25 Skinny Shaming Comebacks

1. “I save money on clothes and snacks—thanks for noticing!”
2. “Oh, sorry, I was too busy living my best life to worry about that.”
3. “Guess that means I’ll never have to worry about running out of sunscreen!”
4. “I’d rather be ‘skinny’ than rude.”
5. “Well, someone’s got to be the skinny legend here!”
6. “Thanks, I was going for that runway model look!”
7. “At least I don’t break chairs when I sit.”
8. “My doctor says I’m perfect—thanks for your concern, though!”
9. “I’m made for speed and agility, like a cheetah.”
10. “Funny, I thought body shaming went out of style in the 90s.”
11. “You must be confusing me with someone who cares.”
12. “I’m not skinny, I’m aerodynamic!”
13. “Must be nice to have so much free time to comment on other people’s bodies.”
14. “And I thought we left middle school behind us…”
15. “I’ll send your concerns to the diet committee—oh wait, I don’t have one!”
16. “I’d rather be skinny than have a skinny brain.”
17. “I can eat whatever I want—jealous?”
18. “Who knew my size would bring out the critics!”
19. “Last time I checked, I wasn’t asking for your opinion.”
20. “I’ll take that as a compliment!”
21. “At least I can fit through tight spaces.”
22. “Sorry, I’m too busy loving myself to listen.”
23. “Guess I’m just built for efficiency.”
24. “Is that the best you’ve got?”
25. “If I’m so skinny, how come I’m taking up all this space in your head?”

1. “I save money on clothes and snacks—thanks for noticing!”

This comeback highlights the practical benefits of being slender, flipping the comment into a positive.

Examples:

• “Yup, I fit into kids’ sizes—talk about a discount!”
• “Less food means more savings. Smart, right?”
• “Thanks to my size, I never splurge on food. Winning!”

2. “Oh, sorry, I was too busy living my best life to worry about that.”

This response shows that you’re too busy enjoying life to be bothered by petty comments.

Examples:

• “Between traveling and fun, I forgot to care about your opinion!”
• “Busy with success and happiness, not diet drama!”
• “My life’s too full of joy to focus on weight.”

3. “Guess that means I’ll never have to worry about running out of sunscreen!”

This is a playful way of saying you don’t need much to protect your skin because of your smaller size.

Examples:

• “My bottle of sunscreen lasts forever—talk about efficiency!”
• “Sunscreen for days! Less skin, less burn.”
• “Saving money on SPF and enjoying the sun!”

4. “I’d rather be ‘skinny’ than rude.”

This one flips the script, pointing out that body shaming is far worse than being thin.

Examples:

• “At least I’m polite—can’t say the same for you.”
• “Being rude isn’t a good look on anyone.”
• “I’ll take skinny over mean any day.”

5. “Well, someone’s got to be the skinny legend here!”

This comeback embraces the idea of being a “skinny legend,” turning it into something to be proud of.

Examples:

• “Iconic status? Sign me up!”
• “Skinny legend at your service!”
• “Glad I can represent for the legends.”

6. “Thanks, I was going for that runway model look!”

Here, you’re owning the comment, equating your size with that of high-fashion models.

Examples:

• “Runway ready—thanks for noticing!”
• “Guess I’m model material, then!”
• “Clearly, I’m on-trend with my size!”

7. “At least I don’t break chairs when I sit.”

This response is a lighthearted dig at the idea of being too heavy, suggesting that being slim has its perks.

Examples:

• “No chair casualties in my house!”
• “Chairs love me—they never creak.”
• “Sitting pretty without a worry.”

8. “My doctor says I’m perfect—thanks for your concern, though!”

This one puts the focus on health, subtly reminding them that your size is just fine.

Examples:

• “Got a clean bill of health—doctor approved!”
• “Healthy and happy, just as I am.”
• “Doctor says I’m all good, so I’m not worried.”

9. “I’m made for speed and agility, like a cheetah.”

Comparing yourself to a sleek, fast animal like a cheetah turns the comment into a compliment.

Examples:

• “Speed is my middle name—thanks!”
• “I’m built for quick escapes, like a cheetah.”
• “Sleek, fast, and unstoppable!”

10. “Funny, I thought body shaming went out of style in the 90s.”

This comeback highlights how outdated body-shaming comments are, making the person feel behind the times.

Examples:

• “Didn’t body shaming die with low-rise jeans?”
• “Wow, retro insult—vintage, even!”
• “Body shaming? That’s so last century.”

11. “You must be confusing me with someone who cares.”

This one shows that their comment doesn’t affect you because you don’t care about their opinion.

Examples:

• “Care meter’s at zero—nice try, though.”
• “Sorry, caring isn’t in my schedule.”
• “Wrong number—I don’t care.”

12. “I’m not skinny, I’m aerodynamic!”

Here, you’re humorously suggesting that your size makes you more efficient, like a well-designed vehicle.

Examples:

• “Built for speed, not bulk!”
• “Aerodynamic and proud!”
• “Smooth sailing with my slim frame.”

13. “Must be nice to have so much free time to comment on other people’s bodies.”

This response puts the focus on the person’s rudeness, suggesting they must be bored to comment on your body.

Examples:

• “Got lots of free time, I see—how nice!”
• “Busy judging others? That’s a hobby?”
• “Free time for body critiques? Pass.”

14. “And I thought we left middle school behind us…”

This comeback calls out the immaturity of the comment, implying it’s childish to body shame.

Examples:

• “Oh, are we in middle school again?”
• “Didn’t realize we were back in the schoolyard!”
• “Middle school called—they want their insult back.”

15. “I’ll send your concerns to the diet committee—oh wait, I don’t have one!”

This sarcastic response suggests that their comment isn’t important enough for you to care.

Examples:

• “No committee here—just me, living my best life.”
• “I’ll let my non-existent committee know.”
• “Oh, no diet committee here—just joy.”

16. “I’d rather be skinny than have a skinny brain.”

Here, you’re flipping the comment to imply that their rudeness indicates a lack of intelligence.

Examples:

• “Brains over body—every time!”
• “I prefer intelligence to rudeness.”
• “Smart > body shaming, any day.”

17. “I can eat whatever I want—jealous?”

This comeback turns the conversation to one of the perks of being slim—freedom to eat what you like.

Examples:

• “Pizza, burgers, and still this size—jealous?”
• “Diet? Never heard of it—eat all day!”
• “Food freedom is the best—try it sometime.”

18. “Who knew my size would bring out the critics!”

This sarcastic response shows that you’re amused, not hurt, by their comment.

Examples:

• “Critic corner, over here!”
• “Wow, body critics are out today!”
• “Didn’t know I was signing up for a review.”

19. “Last time I checked, I wasn’t asking for your opinion.”

This one’s direct and to the point, reminding them that their opinion is neither wanted nor needed.

Examples:

• “Unsolicited opinions? No thanks.”
• “Did I ask? Didn’t think so.”
• “Oh, were you under the impression I cared?”

20. “I’ll take that as a compliment!”

This response takes their comment and turns it into something positive, showing you’re not affected.

Examples:

• “Why, thank you—compliment accepted!”
• “I hear ‘skinny’ and think ‘fabulous’!”
• “Compliment noted—thanks for that!”

21. “At least I can fit through tight spaces.”

This lighthearted comeback highlights one of the practical perks of being slender.

Examples:

• “Watch me slip through here—like magic!”
• “Small spaces? No problem!”
• “Guess I’m the master of tight spaces!”

22. “Sorry, I’m too busy loving myself to listen.”

This one is all about self-love, showing that you don’t have time for negativity.

Examples:

• “Self-love first—no room for your comment.”
• “Too busy loving life to care!”
• “Love for myself, no room for hate.”

23. “Guess I’m just built for efficiency.”

This comeback suggests that your size is a feature, not a flaw, making you more efficient.

Examples:

• “Efficient and effective—that’s me!”
• “Built for speed and agility—who needs bulk?”
• “Efficiency is key—glad I’m nailing it!”

24. “Is that the best you’ve got?”

This one challenges the person, implying that their attempt to insult you is weak.

Examples:

• “Weak insult—got anything better?”
• “That’s all you’ve got? Not impressed.”
• “Try harder if you want a reaction!”

25. “If I’m so skinny, how come I’m taking up all this space in your head?”

This witty response turns their focus on your size into a joke about how much they’re thinking about you.

Examples:

• “Wow, rent-free in your mind—impressive!”
• “Living in your head—no skinny space here!”
• “Taking up space in your mind—must be doing something right!”

Conclusion

Skinny shaming, like any form of body shaming, is never okay. But having a few clever comebacks in your arsenal can help you brush off those rude comments with confidence and humor. Remember, your worth isn’t defined by your size—so stand tall, speak up, and keep being fabulous!

Gracie Mae

𝐈’𝐦 Gracie Mae 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 “𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬 ” 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫. 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬. 𝐈 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞. 𝐀𝐭 “𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬” 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬. 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐨𝐫.