Obesive

Pronunciation: /əˈbisɪv/

Definitions of obesive

adjective a descriptive word that modifies a noun or pronoun, indicating a quality or attribute

Example Sentences

A1 She has an obesive love for chocolate.

A2 His obesive behavior towards cleanliness is starting to annoy his roommates.

B1 The obesive focus on perfection often leads to anxiety and stress.

B2 Her obesive need for control makes it difficult for her to delegate tasks.

C1 The obesive attention to detail in his work sets him apart from his colleagues.

C2 His obesive pursuit of success has led to burnout and health issues.

Examples of obesive in a Sentence

formal The doctor diagnosed the patient with obesive tendencies and recommended a strict diet and exercise regimen.

informal My friend is always talking about her obesive habits and how she wants to lose weight.

slang I can't believe how obesive that guy is about his body image.

figurative His obesive need for perfection was evident in every aspect of his life.

Grammatical Forms of obesive

• past tense: obesived
• plural: obesives
• comparative: more obesive
• superlative: most obesive
• present tense: obesives
• future tense: will obesive
• perfect tense: have obesived
• continuous tense: is obesiving
• singular: obesive
• positive degree: obesive
• infinitive: to obesive
• gerund: obesiving
• participle: obesived

Origin and Evolution of obesive

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'obesive' originated from the Latin word 'obesus' meaning fat or corpulent.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe someone who is excessively overweight, the meaning of 'obesive' has evolved to encompass a broader range of issues related to obesity and body weight.