Overweight (Adjective)
Meaning
Usually describes a large person who is fat but has a large frame to carry it.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- He was overweight but his large frame made him look more sturdy than obese.
- The football player was overweight but his athletic build made him look more muscular than fat.
- His doctor told him he was overweight but his height and bone structure made it less noticeable.
- The actor's overweight frame was perfect for the role of a medieval warrior.
- Despite being overweight, his large frame and broad shoulders made him look more imposing than unhealthy.