B2nounformalhealth
US/oʊˈbiː.sɪ.ti/
UK/əʊˈbiː.sɪ.ti/
the condition of being very overweight in a way that is bad for your health
In context
Childhood obesity has risen sharply in many countries over the past decade.
Doctors link obesity to heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
The government wants to tackle obesity by taxing sugary drinks.
Words that go with obesity
adjective + noun
- childhood obesityChildhood obesity is a growing concern for schools.
verb + noun
- tackle obesitySeveral cities have introduced programs to tackle obesity.
- combat obesityRegular exercise helps combat obesity.
noun + noun
- obesity rateThe obesity rate has doubled since 1990.
- obesity epidemicSome experts speak of an obesity epidemic in wealthy countries.
noun + preposition
- cause of obesityFast food is often blamed as a major cause of obesity.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an obesity peopleCorrect: an obese person