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as in cultivated
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in sustained
to supply with nourishment
we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house
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as in nurtured
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 nourished
Emily Orofino, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2026
Revitalized skin that’s nourished and radiant.
—Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
This simple one-dish entrée keeps those flavors front and center and will leave you and your guests feeling nourished and satisfied.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 29 Nov. 2025
To strengthen the scalp and the strands themselves and promote nourished hair from the root to the ends, Vegamour gummies are formulated with biotin, vitamins B5, B6, and B12, along with vitamins A, C, and E.
—Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2025
As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
In addition, the study found SuperAger brains contained more robust support systems in the hippocampus — the part of the brain responsible for memory — that nurture youthful neurons much like a young sapling is nourished when planted in nutrient-rich dirt.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
Light humectants, including glycerin, make sure your skin is hydrated upon rinsing without making your face feel overly nourished or weighed down, making this formula ideal for combination skin as well as for use into the sweaty summer months.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026
It’s formulated with B-silk, a polypeptide designed to emulate strong spider silk, plus rice protein and panthenol to keep the lash line nourished and healthy.
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
But the Rabelaisian playwright and novelist developed a deep interest in French literature, nourished by a transformative period spent living in post-war Paris.
—Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
Any gloss can sit atop lips with a shiny finish, but true ‘juiciness’ comes from lips that are soft and nourished, then made even better by gloss.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
Squalene, hyaluronic acid, antioxidant fruit oils, and the brand’s patented Maxi-Lip Peptide keep my lips feeling smooth and nourished all winter long.
—Akili King, Essence, 13 Jan. 2026
Farmers worked the soil, nourished by those rivers.
—Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
With regular use, omega-3s help support calmer, nourished, and more resilient skin and hair.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2026
Revitalized skin that’s nourished and radiant.
—Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
This simple one-dish entrée keeps those flavors front and center and will leave you and your guests feeling nourished and satisfied.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 29 Nov. 2025
To strengthen the scalp and the strands themselves and promote nourished hair from the root to the ends, Vegamour gummies are formulated with biotin, vitamins B5, B6, and B12, along with vitamins A, C, and E.
—Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2025
As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
When that foundation is clean, balanced, and nourished, fine hair is less likely to struggle with excess oil, irritation, or breakage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
In addition, the study found SuperAger brains contained more robust support systems in the hippocampus — the part of the brain responsible for memory — that nurture youthful neurons much like a young sapling is nourished when planted in nutrient-rich dirt.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
Light humectants, including glycerin, make sure your skin is hydrated upon rinsing without making your face feel overly nourished or weighed down, making this formula ideal for combination skin as well as for use into the sweaty summer months.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026
It’s formulated with B-silk, a polypeptide designed to emulate strong spider silk, plus rice protein and panthenol to keep the lash line nourished and healthy.
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
But the Rabelaisian playwright and novelist developed a deep interest in French literature, nourished by a transformative period spent living in post-war Paris.
—Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
Any gloss can sit atop lips with a shiny finish, but true ‘juiciness’ comes from lips that are soft and nourished, then made even better by gloss.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
Squalene, hyaluronic acid, antioxidant fruit oils, and the brand’s patented Maxi-Lip Peptide keep my lips feeling smooth and nourished all winter long.
—Akili King, Essence, 13 Jan. 2026
Farmers worked the soil, nourished by those rivers.
—Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 8 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourished
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Eating at consistent times earlier in the day can support the clock and healthy blood sugar levels.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
8 Mar. 2026
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Learn how to build healthy financial habits today to set your children up for greater success in the future.—
Tom Huddleston Jr.,
CNBC,
7 Mar. 2026
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In Iran, as in Afghanistan, religious authority and political authority are deeply entangled, and unless democracy is cultivated within, and unless a robust pluralistic culture evolves from within, outside intervention would not help much.—
Debidatta A. Mahapatra,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
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The good news is that, unlike IQ, which remains relatively stable over a lifetime, AQ can be cultivated.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
4 Mar. 2026
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This article has been edited to include a statement from Dick's representative and information on injuries Dick sustained from a 2019 attack.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
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Jenkins’ stay in major league camp was cut short because of a hamstring strain sustained while running the bases Saturday.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
4 Mar. 2026
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At universities, the study of ancient Chinese texts has historically been scattered across disciplines; now, under government direction, universities are trying to gather that scholarship in new classics departments where, one theory goes, ancient truths can be nurtured and passed down.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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Hideki Kuriyama managed Ohtani on the Nippon Ham Fighters, the team that nurtured Ohtani’s ambition of pitching and hitting at an elite level.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The symphony sounds remarkably hale under Payare’s baton, and as the movement grew, so did the power and immediacy of the orchestra, always bringing balance and poise back to the beloved processional of the main melody.—
Luke Schulze,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Nov. 2022
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Oscar, still hale and hearty, celebrated his 15th birthday in July of 2022.—
Stephen C. George,
Discover Magazine,
29 Oct. 2022
Verb
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Slusser alleged Kress is the one who encouraged her to live in that apartment.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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While Red States are generally supportive of immigration crackdowns, Blue States enacted sanctuary laws that encouraged undocumented migrants to concentrate in their cities despite being a clear violation of the Constitution.—
Doug McIntyre,
Oc Register,
8 Mar. 2026
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To her, Dorr’s presentation satisfied questions of access, freeing the library board to consider capacity.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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The legislation laid out in detail a governance structure that satisfied lenders financing the transaction by giving the borrower, the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority, control over decision making for three years after the deal closed.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
23 Feb. 2026
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The family soon moved to the Southern California city of El Monte, where Joe McDonald was raised.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Gardner, who was born and raised in Detroit, totaled four points, five rebounds and two assists in 16 minutes against his hometown team.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Nourished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourished. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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