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a healthy diet
a nutritious diet
a balanced diet
a beneficial diet
a proper diet
a good diet
a healthy economy
a strong economy
a stable economy
a balanced economy
a sturdy economy
a sustainable economy
healthy life
active life
happy life
a healthy environment
a sustainable environment
a positive environment
a helpful environment
a safe environment
a beneficial environment

Synonym Chooser

How is the word healthy distinct from other similar adjectives?

Some common synonyms of healthy are hale, robust, sound, well, and wholesome. While all these words mean "enjoying or indicative of good health," healthy implies full strength and vigor as well as freedom from signs of disease.

a healthy family

Where would hale be a reasonable alternative to healthy?

While in some cases nearly identical to healthy, hale applies particularly to robustness in old age.

still hale at the age of eighty

When is robust a more appropriate choice than healthy?

While the synonyms robust and healthy are close in meaning, robust implies the opposite of all that is delicate or sickly.

a lively, robust little boy

When might sound be a better fit than healthy?

Although the words sound and healthy have much in common, sound emphasizes the absence of disease, weakness, or malfunction.

a sound heart

When would well be a good substitute for healthy?

The words well and healthy can be used in similar contexts, but well implies merely freedom from disease or illness.

she has never been a well person

In what contexts can wholesome take the place of healthy?

The meanings of wholesome and healthy largely overlap; however, wholesome implies appearance and behavior indicating soundness and balance.

a face with a wholesome glow

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of healthiness
Adjective
The animals were confirmed to be healthy, breathing normally and free of injuries from fishing gear. Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 8 May 2025 The launch pad endured a lightning strike on April 27, but SpaceX said the rocket was healthy for the attempt. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2025 The Seeding Square is a sturdy plastic template that helps properly space seeds and seedlings for healthy plants and bountiful harvests. Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2025 As a reliever who started the season healthy, Minter might not need that much time to build up. Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for healthiness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for healthiness
Noun
  • Mowing too little or too much can have adverse consequences for the health of the lawn and can also encourage unwanted plants to grow.
    Lauren David, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
  • Of course, staying on top of his health requires plenty of dedication.
    Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 May 2025
Adjective
  • Crockpots are still made well, as are, in my experience anyway, the more modernized version: Instant Pots.
    Parker Hall, WIRED, 2 Feb. 2025
  • The witch’s magic is still MIA, but her attitude is well and truly back.
    Alison Herman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2024
Adjective
  • Here are 5 of the best Our best wishes on a safe start to the day.
    Quartz Staff, Quartz, 19 May 2025
  • The cryptocurrency has benefited from a best of both worlds scenario that has led to growing momentum from more bitcoin treasury companies and Wall Street investors.
    Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 19 May 2025
Adjective
  • Strong Growth Momentum Expected to Continue After growing at a 76% average rate over the last three years, Hims & Hers is positioned to maintain substantial growth momentum.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • Celanese shares have suffered a nearly 24% decline this year as the price of methanol — a substantial input cost in acetic acid prices — has been spiking for about 18 months due to global supply shortages.
    Pia Singh, CNBC, 14 May 2025
Adjective
  • In a thriving and competitive women's division, the consistent presence of a talent like Bliss would undoubtedly provide a substantial boost, injecting another layer of depth, star power, and compelling storylines into the roster.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Economic Growth: Promoting policies that attract businesses, support local entrepreneurship, and ensure access to opportunities for all residents, contributing to a thriving and sustainable Fort Worth economy.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Approximately 121 local businesses are participating in the Shop 916 program, including restaurants, dessert shops, clothing boutiques and fitness centers, according to the program’s website.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 17 May 2025
  • The accommodation includes heated outdoor pools and hot tubs, as well as an onsite fitness center and airport shuttle, with quick access to Springdale’s excellent dining scene—more on that below.
    Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025
Adjective
  • After a robust 2024, the sector is set for even stronger growth this year, with revenues projected to increase by double digits.
    Tim Bajarin, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
  • The company added that fewer Canadians were traveling to the U.S. The travel and tourism industry, which accounts for about 3% of the U.S. GDP, has long been one of the economy’s most robust sectors.
    Kevin Ryan, Quartz, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • Along with a clean and healthful environment, the Montana Constitution also grants rights to pursuing life’s basic necessities, protecting liberties and protecting property.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2025
  • People’s lives today lack diets of healthful whole foods, clean water, regular exercise, and adequate sunlight.
    Kevin Reutenauer, Hartford Courant, 23 Apr. 2025

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“Healthiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/healthiness. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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