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adjective

ˈnər-i-shiŋ How to pronounce nourishing (audio)
Definition of nourishingnext
as in nutritive
providing the substances necessary for health and bodily growth milk should be part of a nourishing breakfast

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nourishing

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verb

present participle of nourish
1
as in cultivating
to help the growth or development of wanted to nourish her students' love of art

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2
as in sustaining
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 raising
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 nourishing
Adjective
For years, the spotlight in wellness has lingered on probiotics, those living bacterial emissaries in yogurt and supplements, and prebiotics, the nourishing fibers that sustain them. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026 For example, tai chi practitioners are encouraged to stay at 70% effort, a practice that reduces injuries, facilitates mindfulness, and helps maintain nourishing, not disordered, relationships to movement. — Paula Chesley, STAT, 3 June 2026
Verb
Cofounded by Juliette Lailler and Marie Belile, Krème touts clean, creamy formulations and focuses on nourishing the skin’s microbiome, which shields against germs, pathogens and inflammation. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 As its name suggests, the High Gloss Lip Oil is an ultra-glossy lip product enhanced with nourishing shea oils and jojoba to condition lips and promote a supple-looking finish. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nourishing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourishing
  1. nutritive
  2. cultivating
  3. sustaining
  4. raising
  5. nutritional
  6. promoting
  7. nurturing
  8. fostering
Adjective
  • Some studies suggest that non-nutritive sweeteners can change your metabolism, affecting your insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 3 June 2026
  • They’re typically sweetened with artificial or non-nutritive sweeteners, such as aspartame or sucralose, which don’t raise blood sugar levels.
    — Caitlin Beale, Health, 20 Jan. 2026
Definition of nutritive
Verb
  • And in the summer working, caring for the garden, cultivating my plants, my food, inhaling the sun, seeing my skin become brown just as the flowers are also growing their colours, and my beloved garden plants are delivering their brilliant food.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Aug. 2026
  • But cultivating consumer trust, as opposed to pursuing rapid product expansion and chasing virality, has become a defining — and differentiating — aspect of Westman Atelier’s go-to-market model.
    — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of cultivating
Verb
  • Still, the Sky have not earned a reputation for sustaining a system from year to year — and the status of the remaining roster does not lend itself to a building process for the Sky.
    — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Trey Moore, who had emerged as a front-runner to start at linebacker for the Dolphins, will be out awhile after sustaining an ankle injury during Saturday’s 26-3 preseason loss to the Giants.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of sustaining
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  • Defense attorneys in both cases argued that the defendants’ intent was in question, raising in argument the possibility that their clients were not trying to cause serious bodily injury or death.
    — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Enacting a solution is liable to be a significant political battle, likely involving cutting benefits for some Americans or raising taxes on higher earners, or both.
    — Ashley Lopez, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of raising
Adjective
  • Most hair loss supplements are too generalized to address specific nutritional deficiencies, and any hair loss serum should have clinical trials to back it up, Kingsley says.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 25 Aug. 2026
  • What nutrition experts say about dirty sodas The nutritional profile is where the fun runs into a wall.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of nutritional
Verb
  • Center City Partners is a nonprofit focused on promoting the economic and social growth of Charlotte’s core, which includes uptown, midtown and South End.
    — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026
  • For Pope, the rally is about finding community alongside promoting voting rights.
    — Matt Brown, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of promoting
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  • Leaders are crucial, identifying and nurturing employee potential.
    — Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Early on, while nurturing the skills that would lead him to a Cy Young Award, a World Series win and many other accolades, Hershiser had his eye on becoming a sports broadcaster as a second act for his career.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of nurturing
Verb
  • The Property Masters Guild aims to highlight and elevate the craft of the Property Master by raising awareness, fostering collaboration among craft artisans, educating its members and inspiring future generations of Property Masters.
    — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Curry’s grandfather took him to music halls, fostering his love for the art.
    — Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
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“Nourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishing. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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