nutritious

word

Definition

Describes food that is healthy and gives your body what it needs to grow and stay strong. Nutritious foods have lots of vitamins, minerals, or other important nutrients.

Usage & Nuances

Usually describes food, meals, or diets. It's a formal/neutral word, often used in health contexts. Common combinations: 'nutritious meal', 'nutritious snack', 'nutritious breakfast'. Don't confuse with 'delicious' (tasty, but not necessarily healthy).

Example Sentences

Vegetables are very nutritious.

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This breakfast is simple but nutritious.

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Milk is a nutritious drink for children.

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Sometimes the most nutritious food isn’t the most expensive.

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Try to eat at least one nutritious meal every day.

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Granola bars can be a nutritious snack on the go.

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