1
: helping to keep your body healthy : good for your health
wholesome [=healthy, nutritious] meals/snacks
a wholesome dish made with vegetables
a wholesome diet
2
a
: morally good
wholesome family values
less-than-wholesome entertainment that wasn't appropriate for children
b
: suggesting good health or behavior
a young actor known for his wholesome good looks
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“Wholesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/wholesome. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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