nourishment

noun

nour·ish·ment ˈnər-ish-mənt

ˈnə-rish-

Synonyms of nourishment next

: food, nutriment

: sustenance sense 3

books for intellectual nourishment

: the act of nourishing : the state of being nourished

Examples of nourishment in a Sentence

These children are suffering because they lack proper nourishment. Soil provides nourishment to plants.

Recent Examples on the Web For more nourishment, use Dr. David Jack’s new Daily Skin Trio — a simple but supercharged 3-step daily regime designed for all skin types. —

Angela Lei, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023 This thick eye cream adds a burst of nourishment to the under-eye skin, helping to replenish dry skin and add a touch of radiance. —

Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 4 Nov. 2023 It’s specifically designed to provide intense moisture and nourishment, helping to replenish and revitalize your skin. —

Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2023 No one suggested that she should be given nourishment or liquid. —

Rachel Cusk, Harper's Magazine, 10 Sep. 2023 Then, there are the more recent generations of fashion glitterati who flock to the city in search of inspiration and creative nourishment, from Jean-Paul Gaultier to John Galliano, and whose collections have been inspired by the city’s distinctive aesthetic. —

Liam Hess, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2023 Its lightweight formula ensures quick absorption, delivering active ingredients into the skin for optimal nourishment. —

Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2023 Imagine everyone in the adult population as a unique vessel embodying a source of nourishment and each child as a delicate bloom. —

Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023 The annual clearing of the Oceanside harbor and periodic dredging of San Diego County’s coastal lagoons also provide sediment for beach nourishment. —

Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2023 See More

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