FLESHINESS Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

fleshiness

noun

Definition of fleshiness

as in obesity

the condition of having an excess of body fat the fleshiness of the foreign tourists was in sharp contrast to the gauntness of the native Africans

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as in juiciness

the quality or state of being full of juice loves the fleshiness of ripe watermelon

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Noun

Studies have shown that too much milk can lead to obesity and even cardiovascular disease and can have adverse effects on overall mortality.

— Fatma Tanis, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026
In multiple trials involving adults with obesity and moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea, a GLP-1 substantially reduced the times breathing slowed or stopped during sleep.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of obesity

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Chicken thighs are brined overnight for maximum juiciness, wet-battered and fried golden and crisp before being seasoned with the restaurant’s signature blend of kosher salt, gochugaru (Korean chile flakes) and roasted, crushed sesame seeds.

— Warren Rojas, Washington Post, 19 Aug. 2026
Cooking chicken to the right internal temperature not only ensures safety but also juiciness, preventing dryness that can spoil a meal.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of juiciness

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