Obese
/oʊˈbiːs/
Synonyms
- heavy
- overweight
- stout
- corpulent
- portly
Slang Meanings
The term 'big-bodied' refers to someone who is noticeably overweight.
He's been working out to lose the weight; he doesn't want to be called big-bodied anymore.
Calling someone 'chubby' is often used in a light-hearted or affectionate manner.
The kids playfully called their friend chubby, but he didn't mind.