nutritious

adjective

nu·​tri·​tious nu̇-ˈtri-shəs How to pronounce nutritious (audio)
nyu̇-
Synonyms of nutritiousnext
nutritiously adverb
nutritiousness noun

Examples of nutritious in a Sentence

The food was both nutritious and delicious. opted for a nutritious snack and bought an apple instead of a candy bar
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Its top brands, including Capri Sun, Oscar Mayer and Kraft Mac & Cheese, have struggled as consumers have sought fresher and more nutritious options to feed and hydrate their families. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 13 May 2026 Both chia seed pudding and overnight oats are quick, nutritious breakfast options. Cathy Cassata, Health, 13 May 2026 One way to do this is to drill down on a heart-healthy lifestyle, which includes measures like eating a nutritious diet and exercising regularly. Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 12 May 2026 Make Granola Bars Granola bars are a classic grab-and-go breakfast, but making them at home is even more flavorful and nutritious. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nutritious

Word History

Etymology

Latin nutricius, from nutric-, nutrix nurse, from nutrire to nourish — more at nourish

First Known Use

1665, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of nutritious was in 1665

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Cite this Entry

“Nutritious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nutritious. Accessed 18 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

nutritious

adjective
nu·​tri·​tious n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-əs How to pronounce nutritious (audio)
: providing nutrients : nourishing

Medical Definition

nutritious

adjective
nu·​tri·​tious n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-əs How to pronounce nutritious (audio)
: providing nourishment

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