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What is another word for heavyset?

159 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ hˈɛvisˌɛt], [ hˈɛvisˌɛt], [ h_ˈɛ_v_i_s_ˌɛ_t]

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How to use "Heavyset" in context?

Most of us don't give much thought to what it takes to be a "heavyset" person. We think of people who are obese, or who have bulky muscle mass. But what about people who are just overweight? What about people who have a lot of muscle without being bulky?

We call these people "heavyset," and they have their own set of unique challenges.

For one, heavyset people have to contend with a lot of extra weight on their body. That weight packs on the inevitable fat, making it difficult to move around and exercise.

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