Corpulence
noun
The state of being fat; obesity.
The doctor warned him about the health risks associated with his corpulence.
noun
The state of being fat; obesity.
The doctor warned him about the health risks associated with his corpulence.
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Used to describe excessive weight, implies unhealthy body weight and is often considered impolite.
Her corpulence was often unfairly judged by others.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Context
Commonly used in medical or formal health discussions, rather than casual conversation.
The patient's corpulence was a significant factor in the diagnosis.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitive Subject
Use cautiously, as discussing someone's body weight can be very personal and sensitive.
He didn't mention her corpulence, knowing it might upset her.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Used to describe excessive weight, implies unhealthy body weight and is often considered impolite.
Her corpulence was often unfairly judged by others.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Context
Commonly used in medical or formal health discussions, rather than casual conversation.
The patient's corpulence was a significant factor in the diagnosis.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitive Subject
Use cautiously, as discussing someone's body weight can be very personal and sensitive.
He didn't mention her corpulence, knowing it might upset her.
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotation
Used to describe excessive weight, implies unhealthy body weight and is often considered impolite.
Her corpulence was often unfairly judged by others.
Pro Tip 2/3Medical Context
Commonly used in medical or formal health discussions, rather than casual conversation.
The patient's corpulence was a significant factor in the diagnosis.
Pro Tip 3/3Sensitive Subject
Use cautiously, as discussing someone's body weight can be very personal and sensitive.
He didn't mention her corpulence, knowing it might upset her.
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Quote examples
William Banting
English Celebrity
Experience has taught me to believe that, these human beans are the most insidious enemies man, with a tendency to corpulence in advanced life, can possess, though eminently friendly to youth.
Quote examples
William Banting
English Celebrity
Experience has taught me to believe that, these human beans are the most insidious enemies man, with a tendency to corpulence in advanced life, can possess, though eminently friendly to youth.
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