nourish

verb

ˈnər-ish How to pronounce nourish (audio)
Definition of nourishnext
1
as in to promote
to help the growth or development of wanted to nourish her students' love of art

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2
as in to sustain
to supply with nourishment we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house

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3
as in to raise
to bring to maturity through care and education he willingly nourished a child that was not his own

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Recent Examples of nourish These drops nourish skin with a combination of tsubaki oil, avocado seed oil, and squalane, while reflective mica delivers a subtle glow. — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 July 2026 While peptides help support smoother, firmer-looking skin, antioxidant vitamins nourish and protect your complexion. — Grace Scollo, InStyle, 10 July 2026 This helps nourish and protect hair from external aggressors like UV damage and pollution, which can cause weakness and buildup. — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 5 July 2026 Move around your office and home—even playing with your babies or toddlers—while pumping milk to nourish them. — Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nourish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourish
  1. promote
  2. sustain
  3. raise
  4. cultivate
  5. nurture
  6. foster
  7. encourage
  8. satisfy
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  • The woman was given a warning but later promoted, according to the lawsuit.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
  • The Mediterranean diet, on the other hand, is much less restrictive and actually promotes the consumption of red wine in moderation.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Definition of promote
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  • Desalination plants are significant in the Middle East region, providing a key lifeline of drinking water and sustaining certain remote regions through droughts.
    — Monica Haider, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Although revenues have expanded substantially, income needs to continue growing rapidly for Newcastle to sustain a higher salary base and regularly sign the best players.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Definition of sustain
Verb
  • The Athletic put the points raised in this article to United.
    — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • State workers used the forum to raise $9,000 in under three weeks for an Interstate 80 billboard protesting the RTO order.
    — Ruyuan Li. Summary produced by AI assistance, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of raise
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  • In these dark times, our collective joy and love needs to be documented, embraced and cultivated.
    — Josh Fox, IndieWire, 17 July 2026
  • Mallorca cultivated a relaxed atmosphere, surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes and sweeping sea views that encouraged us to slow down and truly unwind.
    — Kasey Busiel, Vogue, 17 July 2026
Definition of cultivate
Verb
  • Ultimately, leading authentically is a powerful asset, enabling a life aligned with one's vision and building deep trust, beginning with introspection and self-nurturing.
    — ByKaren R. McDaniel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Lassally won two Emmy awards over the years, while discovering and nurturing multiple generations of talent.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 20 July 2026
Definition of nurture
Verb
  • The concept of belonging has taken on an even darker shade under the current government’s anti-immigrant and anti-diversity policies that foster violence against anyone who doesn’t fit the right’s ideal of whiteness.
    — Carlos Aguilar, IndieWire, 16 July 2026
  • This sentiment fosters your wanderlust vibes to explore and travel.
    — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 16 July 2026
Definition of foster
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  • The fish were illegally introduced in the 1970s, so the agency encourages anglers to pursue the game fish and keep their catches.
    — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 23 July 2026
  • The tradition, known as lördagsgodis, began in the 1950s by Swedish health officials to encourage limiting candy-eating to once a week and prevent cavities.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
Definition of encourage
Verb
  • Dunphy said there are valid examples of how the Moda renovations could satisfy using the fund.
    — Jason Quick, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • In the United Kingdom, Rumours alone is not enough to satisfy listeners’ demand.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of satisfy

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