nourishing (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈnɜːrɪʃɪŋ/

Definition

Helping to nourish (support, strengthen, or develop) someone or something.

Examples

• A balanced diet is essential for nourishing your body.

• The teacher's encouraging words were very nourishing to the student's confidence.

• This rich soil is perfect for nourishing healthy plant growth.

How to Use nourishing

nourishing for (prepositional phrase)

Providing sustenance or benefit to something. — "This type of exercise is particularly nourishing for the cardiovascular system."

Synonyms of nourishing

Words with a similar meaning to nourishing:

• healthy
• wholesome
• nutritious
• sustaining

Antonyms of nourishing

Words with the opposite meaning to nourishing:

• unhealthy
• depleting

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