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Obesity

🇬🇧 UK //əʊˈbiː.sɪ.ti// 🇺🇸 US //oʊˈbiː.sɪ.ti//

Meaning of Obesity

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that may negatively impact health.

In simple words: A condition of being very overweight, which can harm health.

Obesity in a sentence

• Obesity can lead to various health issues such as diabetes and heart disease.
• Public health campaigns aim to reduce obesity in children.
• The rise of fast food has contributed to increasing levels of obesity worldwide.
• She was concerned about her obesity and decided to seek professional help.
• Understanding the causes of obesity is crucial for prevention and treatment.

How to use Obesity

Commonly used in medical contexts; may be sensitive when discussing individuals' health. Consider the audience.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'obi' like 'over' and 'city', imagine a city of people who are overweight.

Related words

Collocations with Obesity

• childhood obesity
• obesity epidemic
• morbid obesity
• prevent obesity

Synonyms for Obesity

• overweight
• corpulence
• fatness
• obesity-related conditions

Opposites of Obesity

• fitness
• healthiness

Common mistakes with Obesity

• Confused with 'overweight' - obesity is more severe.
• Using it as an adjective rather than a noun.
• Mixing it with other health terms improperly.

Frequently asked questions about Obesity

What does Obesity mean?

A condition of being very overweight, which can harm health.

What is the definition of Obesity?

A medical condition characterized by excessive body fat that may negatively impact health.

How do you use Obesity in a sentence?

Obesity can lead to various health issues such as diabetes and heart disease.

Can you give another example of Obesity?

Public health campaigns aim to reduce obesity in children.

What are synonyms for Obesity?

Common alternatives include overweight, corpulence, fatness, obesity-related conditions.

What is the opposite of Obesity?

Opposite meanings include fitness, healthiness.

What words go with Obesity?

It commonly pairs with childhood obesity, obesity epidemic, morbid obesity, prevent obesity.

What are common mistakes when using Obesity?

Confused with 'overweight' - obesity is more severe. Using it as an adjective rather than a noun. Mixing it with other health terms improperly.

How do you pronounce Obesity?

US: //oʊˈbiː.sɪ.ti//, UK: //əʊˈbiː.sɪ.ti//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Obesity?

Commonly used in medical contexts; may be sensitive when discussing individuals' health. Consider the audience.

What CEFR level is Obesity?

"Obesity" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.