Pleofagia

Meaning of the word

The word “pleophagia” is a feminine noun that refers to the act of eating in excess, voracious and uncontrolled. It is a term used mainly in the area of ​​psychology to describe a food disorder characterized by compulsion food.

Origin of the word

The origin of the word “pleophagy” is Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “pleon” (which means “excess”) and “phagia” (which means “act of eating”). Therefore, its literal meaning is to “eat in excess”.

Word adverbs

– Harmly
– Controversially
– Excessively

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although
– Therefore

Synonyms of the word

– Eating
– Hyperphagia
– Nervous bulimia
– Compulsive food intake disorder

Word Definitions

– Act of excessive eating and uncontrolled
– Food disorder characterized by compulsion food

Phrases that the word applies

– She suffers from pleophagy and cannot control her diet.
– Pleofagia is a disorder that affects many people around the world.
– Therapy is an option for treating pleophagia.

Examples of the word in text

Pleofagia is a food disorder that can lead to health problems such as obesity and diabetes.

People who suffer from pleophagy have difficulty controlling the amount of food they consume.

Rhymes with the word

– Anemia
– Happiness
– Fantasy
– Melody
– Poetry

Anagrams with the word

– Apology
– Galipão
– Pagiola
– Paligão
– Polyaga