obesity
UK: əʊˈbiːsəti | US: oʊˈbiːsəti
n. a medical condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation, posing health risks.
obesity = obes<swollen> + ity<noun suffix>
- obes (from Latin obēsus, meaning "swollen" or "fat," derived from ob- "over" + edere "to eat")
- ity (noun-forming suffix indicating a state or condition, from Latin -itas)
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin obēsus, combining ob- (intensifying "over") and edere ("to eat"), literally meaning "having eaten excessively." Over time, obēsus evolved into obese in English, with -ity added to form the noun obesity, reflecting the state of being overweight due to overconsumption. The term retains its original logic, linking overeating to physical swelling or fat accumulation.
Childhood obesity has become a major public health concern.
The doctor warned him about the risks of obesity-related diseases.
Sedentary lifestyles contribute significantly to rising obesity rates.
Government campaigns aim to reduce obesity through education.
Genetic factors can predispose individuals to obesity.