digestible (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /daɪˈdʒɛstəbəl/

Definition

Able to be broken down by the body into nutrients during the process of digestion.

Examples

• White rice is generally considered more digestible than brown rice for people with sensitive stomachs.

• The new baby formula is designed to be highly digestible to prevent colic.

• Fiber is essential for health, even though some types are not fully digestible by humans.

Synonyms of digestible

Words with a similar meaning to digestible:

• light
• edible
• assimilable

Antonyms of digestible

Words with the opposite meaning to digestible:

• indigestible

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