nutritious

adjective

nu·​tri·​tious nu̇-ˈtri-shəs 

nyu̇-

: nourishing

nutritiously adverb

nutritiousness noun

Synonyms of nutritious

• nutritional
• nutritive

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

Recent Examples on the Web

However, either nut can fit into a balanced, nutritious diet and can support weight control when portioned mindfully. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Feb. 2026

Beyond enjoyment, cereal is also often promoted as a nutritious way to start the day, usually associated with improved energy, focus and overall health. —Daryl Austin, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026

Founded in 1989, Project Angel Food provides free, nutritious food to over 5,000 homebound individuals. —Staff Report, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026

People with citrus allergies or certain digestive sensitivities may need to limit intake, but for the general population, Sumo Citrus is a safe and nutritious option. —Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2026

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

Rhymes for nutritious

• adventitious
• cementitious
• expeditious
• inauspicious
• injudicious
• meretricious
• repetitious
• superstitious
• surreptitious
• unambitious
• unpropitious
• unsuspicious

Kids Definition

nutritious

adjective

nu·​tri·​tious n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-əs 

: providing nutrients : nourishing

Medical Definition

nutritious

adjective

nu·​tri·​tious n(y)u̇-ˈtrish-əs 

: providing nourishment