Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
adiposity
noun
/ˌadɪˈpɒsɪti/
Definition
The state of being overweight or having an excessive amount of body fat.
Examples
- His concern about his adiposity led him to change his diet and exercise more regularly.
- The doctor explained that adiposity can increase the risk of various health issues.
- Many studies focus on the effects of adiposity on overall health.
Meaning
Adiposity refers to the condition where there is an accumulation of fat in the body, which can impact health and wellbeing.
Synonyms
- obesity
- overweight
- corpulence
- fatness
