obeso
1. grossly fat or overweight; having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher
The doctor warned that obese patients face increased health risks.
O médico alertou que pacientes obesos enfrentam riscos aumentados à saúde.
2. excessive in amount or degree
The report was criticized for its obese use of jargon.
O relatório foi criticado pelo seu uso excessivo de jargão.
In Brazil and Portugal, 'obeso' is the preferred medical and formal term. The word carries clinical connotations and is typically used in healthcare contexts. In informal speech, 'gordo' is common but can be considered rude depending on context. The term 'obesity epidemic' has become prominent in public health discussions in both Brazil and the USA, reflecting growing concerns about weight-related health issues.
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