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embonpoint

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌɛmbɒ̃ˈpwæ̃/

KK: /ɛmˈbɔ̃ːpwɑ̃/

noun
Definition

The state of being slightly overweight or having a rounded body shape.


Example

Her embonpoint was evident in the way her clothes fit.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you noticed how everyone seems to be embracing their embonpoint lately?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's like people are more confident about their bodies now.
Sloth A
Exactly! I think it's great that we can appreciate all body types, including some embonpoint figures.
Sloth B
For sure! It's all about self-love and being comfortable in your own skin.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
plumpness
stoutness
corpulence
Antonyms
thinness
slimness
leanness
Root Explanation

Embonpoint comes from the French word 'embonpoint', which is derived from 'en-' (meaning in) and 'bon point' (meaning good condition or well-fed). The term refers to a state of being well-fed or having a plump physique.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'in' ('en-') 'good condition' ('bon point') to remember that 'embonpoint' describes a state of being well-fed or plump.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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