fattiness

noun

Definition of fattinessnext
as in obesity
the condition of having an excess of body fat the fattiness of the cattle

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Recent Examples of fattiness Acidic sauces helped preserve and flavor the meat, while also providing a tangy kick to cut through its deep fattiness. — Amethyst Ganaway, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026 The fattiness of the foie gras paired with the delicate flavors of tuna is a perfect match. — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026 The pepperoncini is a nice touch—and a nod to another famous Mississippi dish—and adds a bright tang, mild heat, and slight sweetness that cuts through the fattiness of the beef. — Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 9 May 2026 If choosing wines, focus on bright, higher-acid white wines that cut through the mouth-coating fattiness of cheese. — Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fattiness
  1. obesity
  2. weight
  3. fatness
  4. fat
Noun
  • The first death reportedly occurred in July, when a healthcare professional informed the FDA that a 41-year-old woman with obesity went into cardiac arrest.
    — Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The study, which analyzed nearly 800,000 individuals across their lifespan, found that clinical obesity rates climbed through adulthood.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of obesity
Noun
  • Lockheed Martin lists its maximum takeoff weight at 164,000 pounds, with a standard maximum payload of 46,700 pounds.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Poetic economy means fewer words must carry more weight and convey more meaning.
    — Dana Kelley, Arkansas Online, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of weight
Noun
  • The phrase assumes that fatness belongs firmly in the past, yet the very need for such a term suggests otherwise.
    — Virgie Tovar, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
  • Because this isn't a book about fatness, despite the central plotline.
    — Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Definition of fatness
Noun
  • Lettuce and salads are usually smart choices, and adding lean protein and healthy fats can make for a well-rounded, satisfying meal.
    — Sadie Chafe, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Finke also adds avocado to get healthy fat in the meal as well.
    — Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
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“Fattiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fattiness. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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