What does fattening mean?
Fattening means That causes weight gain; often of high calorie food with relatively little nutritive value..
Fattening
/ˈfæt(ə)nɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
That causes weight gain; often of high calorie food with relatively little nutritive value..
Definitions by Sense
- That causes weight gain; often of high calorie food with relatively little nutritive value.
- The act of making something fatter, particularly in reference or allusion to livestock.
- The act of becoming fatter.
- present participle and gerund of fatten
Example Sentences
I'd really love to lose weight, the trouble is, tasty desserts with stuff like whipped cream are so fattening.
‘Yer great puddin’ of a son don’ need fattenin’ any more, Dursley, don’ worry.’
Synonyms for fattening
Antonyms for fattening
Related Words
Word Forms
- more fattening
- most fattening
- fattenings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for fattening?
Common synonyms include finished.
What is the opposite of fattening?
Possible antonyms include non-fattening, slimming.
How do you use fattening in a sentence?
I'd really love to lose weight, the trouble is, tasty desserts with stuff like whipped cream are so fattening.
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