as in health
the condition of being sound in body
healthy teeth are an indication of a horse's overall healthiness
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as in well
enjoying health and vigor
always a hard worker, Grandma has remained healthy into her 80s
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as in good
beneficial to the health of body or mind
the air in here isn't healthy ads that promote healthy eating habits
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as in substantial
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
a healthy turnout of volunteers to plant trees on Arbor Day
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as in thriving
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically
coming out of a prolonged recession, the restaurant business seemed to be healthy again
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a healthy diet
a healthy economy
a healthy environment
a sustainable environment
a positive environment
a helpful environment
a safe environment
a beneficial environment
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Recent Examples of healthiness
Idaho Statesman Staff, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2025
This strategic focus on ensuring a healthy mix of companies across sectors has enabled the HQ portfolio to outperform the S&P 500, achieving returns greater than 91% since its inception.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
People who are relatively young and healthy could consider forgoing an annual shot, absent a dramatic change in the virus.
—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 31 May 2025
Potential Risks Okra water is generally safe for most healthy adults.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 21 May 2025
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Adjective
The Treasure Valley has a healthy supply of spots for these tasty Mexican treats.
—Idaho Statesman Staff, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2025
This strategic focus on ensuring a healthy mix of companies across sectors has enabled the HQ portfolio to outperform the S&P 500, achieving returns greater than 91% since its inception.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
People who are relatively young and healthy could consider forgoing an annual shot, absent a dramatic change in the virus.
—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 31 May 2025
Potential Risks Okra water is generally safe for most healthy adults.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for healthiness
Noun
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New research suggests just one cup of beans daily could lower heart health markers or inflammation in people with prediabetes.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
5 June 2025
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The total could be much more: A special message sent to lawmakers outlines as much as $900 million in rescissions to global health.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Crockpots are still made well, as are, in my experience anyway, the more modernized version: Instant Pots.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
2 Feb. 2025
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The witch’s magic is still MIA, but her attitude is well and truly back.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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As good as Trachtenberg is at keeping secrets, this particular one seems unlikely.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Health insurers - losers The bill includes substantial funding cuts for the U.S. Medicaid program, with fiscal hawks pushing for cuts to partly offset the cost of the bill's tax components.—
Shashwat Chauhan,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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The raw data obscures just how substantial and prolonged the downfall of the little guy in the NBA has been.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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This includes tech startups like Queen One, which just signed a 10-year lease for its new headquarters in Williamsburg, joining a thriving innovation ecosystem in Brooklyn and contributing to New York City’s status as the applied AI capital of the world.—
Adolfo Carrión Jr,
New York Daily News,
8 June 2025
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Once a thriving port city, Ephesus is thought to have been originally settled around 1200 BCE, towards the end of the Bronze age.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Many companies that once relied solely on fitness apps or gym memberships are expanding into more integrative care.—
Irina Logman,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The resort will have a full-service spa, a fitness center, an indoor thermal pool, a cold plunge, a sauna and steam rooms.—
Amaia Gavica,
Idaho Statesman,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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On the complex palate, vibrant fruit emerges, supported by a robust herbaceous backbone, while subtle wood adds depth to the outstanding finish.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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For Better Wi-Fi 6 Amazon Eero 6+ $300 $225 $240 $180 The Eero 6+ offers everything the regular Eero 6 does, including easy setup, a similar compact design, and robust smart home support.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
1 June 2025
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For example, a suit in Montana targeted the state for failing to provide its residents with a healthful environment.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2025
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Allergy-Free Snacks To Pack for School Here are 15 allergy-free snacks that are healthful and free from the most common food allergens: Fresh fruit: Fresh fruit, like apples, clementines, and pears, is a safe snack for your child to bring to school.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Healthiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/healthiness. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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