paunchy
Definition
Adjective: - Having a protruding belly; somewhat fat, especially around the abdomen.
Usage
The adjective "paunchy" describes a person (typically a man) whose abdomen is noticeably large or protruding. It often implies a degree of corpulence gained in middle age, rather than overall obesity. It is a descriptive, sometimes slightly informal or humorous term.
Examples
- After years of working a desk job, he had become quite paunchy.
- The paunchy old man waddled down the street.
- His once-athletic frame was now soft and paunchy.
Advanced Usage
- Comparative and Superlative Forms: "paunchier", "paunchiest".
- Of the two retired football players, John was the paunchier one.
- The paunchiest member of the club was also the jolliest.
Variants and Related Words
- Paunch (noun): A large or protruding belly.
- He patted his paunch after the big meal.
Synonyms
- Potbellied: Having a potbelly; similar in meaning, often interchangeable.
- Corpulent: (More formal) Large or bulky of body; portly.
- Rotund: (Often more polite or literary) Round or plump.
Antonyms
- Slim
- Slender
- Flat-stomached
Notes
"Paunchy" is not typically used in formal medical contexts. It carries a connotation that is more observational and less harsh than words like "obese," but it is not a complimentary term.
Adjective
- having a large belly
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