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Bulimic: meaning, definitions and examples

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bulimic

 

[ bjuˈlɪmɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

health condition

Bulimic refers to a person suffering from bulimia nervosa, an eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by purging to prevent weight gain. This behavior can lead to severe physical and psychological health issues. Individuals with bulimia may engage in various methods to purge, including vomiting, excessive exercise, or the use of laxatives. The condition often stems from a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors, primarily affecting adolescents and young adults.

Synonyms

anorexic (in some contexts), compulsive eater, eating disorder

Examples of usage

  • She has been bulimic for several years.
  • Bulimic behaviors can be difficult to identify.
  • Therapy is crucial for bulimic individuals.

Translations

Translations of the word "bulimic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bulímico

🇮🇳 बुलीमिया

🇩🇪 bulimisch

🇮🇩 bulimia

🇺🇦 булимік

🇵🇱 bulimiczny

🇯🇵 過食症の

🇫🇷 boulimique

🇪🇸 bulímico

🇹🇷 bulimik

🇰🇷 폭식증의

🇸🇦 فقدان الشهية

🇨🇿 bulimický

🇸🇰 bulimický

🇨🇳 暴食症的

🇸🇮 bulimičen

🇮🇸 bulimískur

🇰🇿 булимия

🇬🇪 ბულიმიური

🇦🇿 bulimiya

🇲🇽 bulímico

Word origin

The term 'bulimic' is derived from the medical term 'bulimia,' which itself comes from the Greek words 'bous' meaning 'ox' and 'limos' meaning 'hunger', emphasizing the intense and uncontrollable hunger experienced by those with the disorder. Bulimia nervosa was first identified in the 1970s as a distinct eating disorder, although its history stretches back to the classical Greek era where similar symptoms were documented. The rise of bulimia as a recognized disorder is linked to societal pressures regarding body image and the idealization of thinness, particularly in Western cultures. Over the years, understanding and awareness of bulimia have evolved, leading to more effective treatment approaches and greater compassion for those affected by it.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,848 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.