Synonyms for

Overweight

Verb / ˌəʊvɜ:ˈweɪt / Another word for overweight — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Overweight means weighing more than is considered healthy or normal for one's age, height, and build.

Synonyms & similar words

stoutness fleshy adiposis heavy corpulence heavy obese chubby plump fat corpulent portly rotund round large big bulky hefty thickset chunky pudgy tubby flabby fleshy paunchy

Synonyms by register

Formal

obese corpulent fleshy stout

Informal

chubby plump fat pudgy heavy

Literary

portly rotund burly

Antonyms

underweight slim thin lean slender fit healthy

Common collocations

  • significantly overweight
  • morbidly overweight
  • overweight and unhealthy
  • overweight person
  • overweight cat
  • overweight dog
  • overweight child

Word family

noun overweight
adjective overweight

Usage note

While 'overweight' is a neutral term, 'fat' can be considered offensive. 'Obese' is a medical term often used in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. She was worried about her cat being overweight.
  2. The doctor told him he was overweight and needed to lose some weight.
  3. Being overweight can lead to health problems.
  4. He has struggled with being overweight his entire life.
  5. The elephant was so overweight it could barely move.

Quotes

  • The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd rather not. - Mark Twain
  • To lengthen thy life, lessen thy meals. - Benjamin Franklin
  • The best doctor gives the least medicines. - Benjamin Franklin

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