Definitions:

1. A medical condition characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat that can negatively impact health. NOUN
   • Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide due to its association with chronic diseases.
2. Excessive accumulation and storage of fat in a person's body, typically a result of a combination of genetic, behavioral, metabolic, and environmental factors. NOUN
   • Obesity prevention programs are crucial for reducing the prevalence of this chronic condition, particularly among vulnerable populations.
3. More than average fatness. NOUN
   • The rise in obesity rates is attributed to factors such as poor diet, lack of physical activity, and genetic predisposition.

Synonyms:

• corpulence
• fatness
• fleshiness
• heaviness
• overweight
• plumpness