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