
Corpulent
Formality Level
Considered formal, often used in medical or literary contexts rather than casual conversation.

The physician noted the patient was rather corpulent.
Neutral Tone
'Corpulent' is descriptive without expressing a positive or negative judgment.

The portrait depicted a corpulent figure lounging on a sofa.
Historical Use
In historical texts, 'corpulent' might imply wealth or prosperity, as it was once a sign of status.

The corpulent merchant was a symbol of his successful trade.
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