anorexy

/ˌænəˈrɛksiə/ or /ˌænəˈriksiə/

Definitions

1. noun

a psychological disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to inadequate eating and excessive weight loss.

“She was diagnosed with anorexia and was hospitalized to receive treatment.”

Synonyms

  • eating disorder
  • self-starvation
  • starvation

Antonyms

  • obesity
  • overeating