Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bulimia

noun

/bʊˈliːmi.ə/

Definition

Bulimia, or bulimia nervosa, is an eating disorder characterized by a cycle of binge eating followed by purging.

Examples

After struggling with bulimia for years, she sought therapy to help her recover.
Bulimia can have serious health consequences, including electrolyte imbalances and heart problems.

Meaning

Individuals with bulimia often experience feelings of a lack of control over their eating during binge episodes, which they try to counteract through various methods of purging.