Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

antifat

Adjective

/ˌæn.tiˈfæt/

Definition

A term used to describe a mindset or movement opposed to the promotion or acceptance of fatness and overweight bodies, often embracing ideals of thinness.

Examples

The antifat rhetoric in media often leads to negative body image issues among viewers.
Some communities advocate against antifat attitudes, promoting body positivity instead.
The antifat movement seeks to challenge societal norms that prioritize thinness over health.

Meaning

Antifat ideas or campaigns can manifest in various forms, such as discrimination against individuals on the basis of their weight or promoting unrealistic body standards.