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Updated June 2026
The condition of being grossly overweight or excessively fat, typically defined as having a body mass index of 30 or higher. A medical condition associated with various health risks.
“Public health campaigns aim to reduce obesity rates through education and lifestyle changes.”
/ə(ʊ)ˈbiːsɪti/
o·bes·i·ty
Contains -ITY ending; three vowels O-E-I
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