The word GAUNT rneans:

Explanation

The word 'gaunt' is often used to describe a person who appears very thin and bony, typically as a result of suffering from an illness, hunger, or aging. This appearance suggests a lack of health or nourishment, hence the correct answer is 'Ill health'. The other options do not relate to this context. 'Glove' is an item of clothing, 'Stout' suggests a robust physique which is the opposite of gaunt, and 'Gravel' is a type of rock material.