1
as in fitness
the condition of being sound in body
Sam gradually regained his health after a long bout with cholera
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in condition
a state of being or fitness
a country in good economic health now that the recession is past
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of health
The study, supported by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and the NIHR UCLH Biomedical Research Center in collaboration with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, adds to a growing body of research linking gum health to overall well-being.
—
Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
The woman revealed her father has had to stop cycling and driving due to his health in recent years, while her mom uses a walking stick when no one is looking.
—Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
While the Sheriff’s Office sees promise in wearable health technology, Martinez said the county’s aging jails make implementation difficult.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
The Niners won the last matchup, but are so banged up especially in comparison to the Rams and their clean sheet of health.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for health
Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
The woman revealed her father has had to stop cycling and driving due to his health in recent years, while her mom uses a walking stick when no one is looking.
—Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
While the Sheriff’s Office sees promise in wearable health technology, Martinez said the county’s aging jails make implementation difficult.
—Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
The Niners won the last matchup, but are so banged up especially in comparison to the Rams and their clean sheet of health.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 8 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for health
Recent Examples of Synonyms for health
Noun
-
Perez does not break down training into physical and tactical work, instead designing complex exercises so players build fitness while practising real-game situations.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
-
The hotel is a half-mile from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and comes with heated pools and hot tubs, as well as a fitness center and airport shuttle.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
These plans are gaining in appeal in some cases for younger Americans without existing health conditions, to save them from paying for full coverage.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
-
These conditions make travel difficult.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
In 2018, the UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County embarked on an effort to create a horticultural wellness program for memory care patients.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
-
By contrast, millionaires are highly satisfied with their personal trainers, therapists and other professionals who help with their overall wellness and family care, rather than financial issues.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
The final shape of Fence was to be determined by whatever land-use permissions were granted to the Christos.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
-
Designed by women, for women, the Trailmix Cargo Pants are lightweight, durable, and stretchy, with an adjustable waistband that actually stays put, and a flattering shape that’s hard to find in women’s hiking gear.—
Ariana Dickson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
Unfortunately, Americans have proved themselves to be suckers for packaging that conveys a food’s healthiness, Bragg said.—
Yasmin Tayag,
The Atlantic,
23 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
What’s your team’s greatest strength this season?—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
-
And that’s all without mentioning a run defense that flexed its strength against the Green Bay Packers, and a special teams group that is facilitating complementary football and more.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
But these looser lending standards raise concerns of their own about the soundness of the financial system.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Oct. 2025
-
The move also was met with criticism elsewhere, ranging from the soundness of the Argentinian political and economic system to the White House’s use of the Exchange Stabilization Fund for the liquidity measure.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
13 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
For Fields, leading through volatility comes down to agility.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
11 Nov. 2025
-
Strength, endurance, agility and mental toughness are tested in constantly changing combinations designed to reward the most well-rounded performers.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
10 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Health.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/health. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share