Synonyms for

Obesity

Verb / əʊˈbi:sʌti: / / ʌˈbi:sʌti: / Another word for obesity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Obesity refers to the condition of being very overweight, with a lot of body fat.

Synonyms & similar words

corpulency fleshiness chubbiness corpulence fatness heaviness plumpness portliness adiposity corpulency fleshiness overweight paunchiness rotundity tubbiness bulkiness flabbiness porkiness stoutness thickness obeseness

Synonyms by register

Formal

corpulence adiposity fleshiness plumpness

Informal

chubbiness fatness heaviness big-boned

Literary

girth bulkiness

Antonyms

thinness leanness slenderness emaciation underweight scrawniness

Common collocations

  • childhood obesity
  • morbid obesity
  • obesity epidemic
  • obesity rates
  • class III obesity
  • obesity prevention
  • obesity treatment

Word family

noun obesity
adjective obese

Usage note

Obesity refers to an excessive accumulation of body fat. While 'fatness' is a common informal synonym, 'obesity' is the preferred clinical and formal term. 'Obese' is the adjective form.

Example sentences

  1. 1. James has obesity because he eats too much junk food and doesn't exercise enough.
  2. 2. Obesity can lead to serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes.
  3. 3. The doctor recommended that Jane lose weight because of her obesity.
  4. 4. Childhood obesity is becoming more and more common in many countries.
  5. 5. It's important to eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to avoid obesity.

Quotes

  • "Obesity is a mental state, a disease brought on by boredom and disappointment." - Cyril Connolly
  • "Obesity is a physical and often a psychological burden to the people of North America, and in particular those who are disadvantaged and low-income." - Lois Capps
  • "Obesity is a problem of the heart, not of the body." - Mokokoma Mokhonoana

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