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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Staying hydrated, eating nutritious meals, and seeking medical advice for severe dryness or other symptoms can support your recovery. Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 28 May 2026 Marinara Marinara sauce is made with nutritious, blood sugar-friendly ingredients, including tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs. Jillian Kubala, Health, 28 May 2026 At the new center, researchers will use robotics, sensors, data science and artificial intelligence to explore how to create resilient agricultural systems, develop water and energy efficiencies, and expand access to nutritious food, the university said. Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 27 May 2026 Late last summer, Kaplan temporarily ordered ICE to clean up conditions, including by providing a safe sleeping space, nutritious meals, medication and access to lawyers. Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 27 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 29 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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