Definition

Having a lot of extra body fat, to the point where it can be unhealthy.

Example

The doctor advised him to lose weight because he was considered obese.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I read an article about how being obese can affect health.

Yeah, it's surprising how much it can impact daily life.

It's sad to think many people struggle with being obese due to various reasons.

Absolutely, and support is so important for those trying to make changes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Obese comes from the Latin 'obesus' (meaning fat or plump), which is derived from 'ob-' (meaning over) and 'edere' (meaning to eat). The word 'obese' describes a condition of being excessively overweight due to overconsumption of food.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has 'eaten over' ('ob-') what is healthy, leading to being overweight. This helps you remember that 'obese' refers to being excessively fat.

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