CEFR B1

nourish

verb

Meaning

To provide with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health of body or mind.

Examples

The farmer worked hard to nourish the soil so that his crops would grow strong.
A good book can nourish the imagination and broaden one's perspective.

Synonyms: feed, nurture, sustain, foster

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nourish (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈnɜːrɪʃ/

Definition

To provide with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health of body or mind.

Examples

The farmer worked hard to nourish the soil so that his crops would grow strong.
A good book can nourish the imagination and broaden one's perspective.
This rich moisturizer is designed to nourish dry skin and leave it feeling soft.

How to Use nourish

nourish with (prepositional phrase): To provide nourishment using a specific substance. — "She nourished her plants with a special fertilizer."

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