fat-shaming

noun

fat-sham·​ing ˈfat-ˌshā-miŋ 

variants or fat shaming

: the act or practice of subjecting someone perceived as fat or overweight to criticism or mockery

… wasn't aware … that the designers had also been embroiled in controversies over fat-shaming and same-sex families.

—Vanessa Friedman

As much as it focuses on other aspects of Annie's life, "Shrill" includes instances of bullying and fat shaming. A scene in which a trainer accosts Annie and tries to guilt her into signing up for workouts was inspired by Bryant's life.

—Kelly Lawler

fat-shaming adjective

fat-shaming comments/criticism

Examples of fat-shaming in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Consider Emily Blunt, a movie star who recently prostrated herself after being savaged online for fat-shaming. —Brenda Cronin, WSJ, 29 Oct. 2023

Many of the taglines at mainstream establishments and social media alike are focusing on the allegations of fat-shaming, which obviously were never actually part of an official charge. —Vulture, 2 Aug. 2023

These comments can also be skinny- or fat-shaming, both of which, experts say, can lead to serious mental health issues, like lower self-esteem. —Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 12 Apr. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

2007, in the meaning defined above