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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
This tinted version gives lips a sheer wash of color with a cooling feel and moisturizing finish thanks to nourishing apricot and raspberry seed oils. — Grace Scollo, InStyle, 14 Aug. 2026 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 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
  • That might mean cultivating large strategic opportunities while simultaneously developing smaller partnerships, strengthening existing customer relationships and creating new channels for inbound demand.
    — Brian Ferdinand, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Allen noted that the gallery has been cultivating museum exhibition opportunities in Busan and other locations.
    — Vivienne Chow, ARTnews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of cultivating
Verb
  • Last year at the Venice Film Festival, Italy’s Fondazione Prada officially launched its film fund, aimed at sustaining independent cinema from around the world without any restrictions on theme, genre or language.
    — Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, left tackle Rashawn Slater, who missed all of last season after sustaining a knee injury in training camp, was sidelined for much of August because of a flare-up to that same knee.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of sustaining
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  • Warner had the most eyebrow-raising quote of the 49ers’ postgame press conferences ahead of their 16-hour flight home, while many of his teammates sidestepped questions about the disparate approaches the teams had before the game.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2026
  • According to British media, Dimon warned the pair on Wednesday against raising the tax burden on banks in next month's budget.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of raising
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  • For example, Myers said a puppy has different nutritional, behavioral and preventive healthcare needs from an adult, whose needs are focused on maintaining a healthy body and muscle condition, dental health and early detection of disease.
    — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
  • This initiative highlights the HHS Secretary's ongoing mission to address chronic health issues across America through nutritional education.
    — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of nutritional
Verb
  • While promoting his new show Brothers, McConaughey managed to carve out some spon-con time for his tequila, Pantalones.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Big firms such as Latham & Watkins, Perkins Coie and WilmerHale are promoting their white-glove services to data center clients on their websites.
    — Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of promoting
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  • The nurturing Moon trines organized Mercury, connecting your everyday routine with a larger career goal.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Establishing and nurturing a robust professional relationship map—comprising sponsors, mentors, allies and followers—enhances professional impact and reputation, both critical to accessing new opportunities.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of nurturing
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  • In the area that later became the United States, as many as 600,000 Native Americans were enslaved during this period, with many more stolen from families into the twentieth century through boarding school, fostering, and adoption programs.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Cats need your help in Los Angeles, and fostering may be one answer.
    — Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
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“Nourishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishing. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

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