noun
Common
obesity
uh-BEE-sih-tee
Obesity (noun) means the condition of carrying an unhealthy amount of body fat. Example: “Obesity is linked to a higher risk of diabetes.”
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The condition of carrying an unhealthy amount of body fat.
"Obesity is linked to a higher risk of diabetes."
"The government launched a campaign to tackle childhood obesity."
"Doctors often recommend regular exercise and balanced meals to help prevent obesity."
How to use obesity
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing significantly overweight, as a medical condition.
Common pairings
childhood obesity
obesity epidemic
tackle obesity
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Word forms
- Plural
- obesities
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Etymology
From French obesite, from Latin obesitas, "fatness."
Synonyms
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overweight (as a related state)
fleshiness
corpulency
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What does “obesity” mean?
The word “obesity” means the condition of carrying an unhealthy amount of body fat. In plain terms, being significantly overweight, as a medical condition.
How do you pronounce “obesity”?
“Obesity” is pronounced uh-BEE-sih-tee (/oʊˈbisɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “obesity” in a sentence?
Here is “obesity” used in a sentence: “Obesity is linked to a higher risk of diabetes.”
What part of speech is “obesity”?
“Obesity” is a noun.
Where does the word “obesity” come from?
The word “obesity” comes from Latin. From French obesite, from Latin obesitas, "fatness.".
Is “obesity” a common word?
“Obesity” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between obesity and being overweight?
Obesity refers to the condition of carrying an unhealthy amount of body fat, while being overweight generally describes carrying more weight than considered typical, which may or may not reach the level of obesity. Obesity is usually considered a more severe classification than simply being overweight.
Is obesity a medical condition?
Obesity is defined as the condition of carrying an unhealthy amount of body fat, and it is widely treated as a medical condition because of its association with health risks. It is commonly assessed and discussed in clinical and public health settings.
What is the correct adjective form of obesity?
The adjective form of obesity is 'obese,' used to describe a person who has the condition, as in 'an obese patient.' Obesity itself is the noun naming the condition.
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