PsychologyJuly 14, 2026
adiposity
/ˌædɪˈpɒsɪti/
Definition
The quality or state of being obese; specifically, the accumulation of fat tissue, particularly in the abdominal area.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'adeps' (fat or lard) and the suffix '-ity,' indicating a state or condition. It entered English in the mid-19th century as a medical term for body fat.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a physical, metabolic factor that may help explain how early-life stress and maltreatment influence changes in brain development.
Child maltreatment and mental health problems in children and adolescents
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