adj

bulimic

buh-LIH-mihk

Bulimic (adj) means relating to or suffering from bulimia. Example: “Her bulimic behaviour worsened during periods of high stress.”

adj

Relating to or suffering from bulimia.

"Her bulimic behaviour worsened during periods of high stress."

noun

A person who has bulimia.

"Support groups can be a lifeline for bulimics in recovery."

How to Use Bulimic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone affected by bulimia, or refers to such a person.

When to use it

A clinical term; use with care and sensitivity.

more bulimic comparative, bulimics plural, most bulimic superlative

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From bulimia + the adjective suffix -ic.

mimic

What does “bulimic” mean?

The word “bulimic” means relating to or suffering from bulimia. In plain terms, describes someone affected by bulimia, or refers to such a person.

How do you pronounce “bulimic”?

“Bulimic” is pronounced buh-LIH-mihk (/bəˈlɪmɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “bulimic” in a sentence?

Here is “bulimic” used in a sentence: “Her bulimic behaviour worsened during periods of high stress.”

What part of speech is “bulimic”?

Depending on how it is used, “bulimic” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “bulimic” have?

“Bulimic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or suffering from bulimia.