Pronunciation: /ˈbɑdi ˈʃeɪmɪŋ/
noun the act of making critical or disparaging comments about someone's body
A1 Body shaming is when someone criticizes or makes fun of another person's appearance.
A2 Body shaming can have a negative impact on a person's self-esteem and mental health.
B1 Body shaming is a form of bullying that targets a person's physical characteristics.
B2 Body shaming often leads to body image issues and can contribute to the development of eating disorders.
C1 Body shaming is a harmful societal phenomenon that perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards and promotes discrimination based on appearance.
C2 Body shaming is a complex issue that requires a shift in cultural attitudes towards body diversity and acceptance.
verb to engage in the act of making critical or disparaging comments about someone's body
A1 Body shaming is never okay.
A2 She was body shaming her friend for gaining weight.
B1 The media often perpetuates body shaming by promoting unrealistic beauty standards.
B2 It is important to educate young people about the harmful effects of body shaming.
C1 Some celebrities have spoken out against body shaming in the entertainment industry.
C2 Body shaming can have serious consequences on an individual's mental health and self-esteem.
formal Body shaming is a harmful practice that can have serious consequences on an individual's mental and physical well-being.
informal I can't believe she's body shaming again, it's so unnecessary and hurtful.
slang Stop body shaming, it's not cool at all.
figurative Body shaming is like a poison that spreads negativity and insecurity.
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