Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phagomania
Noun
/ˌfæɡəˈmeɪniə/
Definition
An excessive or obsessive desire to eat.
Examples
- Despite her attempts to maintain a healthy diet, her phagomania often led her to overindulge at parties.
- Phagomania can sometimes be a symptom of an underlying psychological disorder.
- He sought therapy to help manage his phagomania and develop a healthier relationship with food.
Meaning
Phagomania refers to a condition characterized by a compulsive craving for food, often leading to binge eating or an inability to control eating habits.
Synonyms
- Voracity
- Gluttony
- Binge eating
- Overeating