Definition

A person who eats more food than is healthy or necessary, often on a regular basis.

Example

After the holiday feast, I felt like an overeater because I couldn't stop eating dessert.

Conversation

I think I might be becoming an overeater during the holidays.

It’s easy to fall into that habit with all the delicious food around.

I just can’t resist those desserts, especially the pies.

Same here! Moderation is key, but it’s hard to practice.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overeater → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "eat" (from Old English "etan", meaning to consume food) and "-er" (meaning a person who). The word describes a person who consumes food excessively.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who eats 'excessively' ('over-') — that's why an overeater is a person who eats too much.

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