Anorexia: meaning, definitions and examples

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anorexia

 

[ หŒรฆnษ™หˆrษ›ksiษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Anorexia, or anorexia nervosa, is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image, leading to self-imposed starvation and excessive weight loss. It often manifests in individuals who obsessively control their food intake and exhibit behaviors to prevent weight gain, which can have severe physical and psychological consequences.

Synonyms

anorexia nervosa, eating disorder, self-starvation

Examples of usage

  • She was diagnosed with anorexia after losing a significant amount of weight.
  • Anorexia can lead to serious heath issues if not treated.
  • The symptoms of anorexia include extreme thinness and refusal to eat.
  • Counseling can be an important part of recovery from anorexia.

Translations

Translations of the word "anorexia" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น anorexia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคจเฅ‹เคฐเฅ‡เค•เฅเคธเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Anorexie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ anoreksia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฝะพั€ะตะบัั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ anoreksja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‹’้ฃŸ็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท anorexie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ anorexia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท anoreksi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ์‹์ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูู‚ุฏุงู† ุงู„ุดู‡ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ anorexie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ anorexia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽŒ้ฃŸ็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ anoreksija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ anorexรญa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฝะพั€ะตะบัะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒœแƒแƒ แƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ anoreksiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ anorexia

Etymology

The term 'anorexia' is derived from the Greek word 'anorexia', which means 'lack of appetite'. It is a combination of the prefix 'an-', meaning 'without', and 'orexis', which means 'appetite' or 'desire'. The term began to be used in the early 20th century to describe a medical condition where individuals have an intense fear of weight gain, leading them to refuse food and engage in extreme dieting behaviors. Anorexia nervosa, as a distinct diagnosis, was formally recognized in the psychiatric community in the late 19th century, and it has evolved throughout the years to encompass both the psychological and physiological aspects of the disorder. Historically, societal ideals of beauty and image have influenced the prevalence of anorexia, particularly among young women, but it affects individuals of all genders and backgrounds. Research continues to explore the complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors contributing to this serious condition.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,711, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.