NOURISHMENTS Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

nourishment

noun

ˈnər-ish-mənt

as in food

something that maintains or stimulates the intellect a series of fantasy novels that provide wonderful nourishment for a child's imagination

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Recent Examples of nourishment In the meantime, shelf-stable pantry staples become your primary source of nourishment. —

Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 23 Feb. 2026 That nourishment comes courtesy of fatty acid–rich rice bran extract and allantoin, the latter of which also works to repair the skin barrier to stave off sensitivity. —

Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026 Beach replenishment projects scheduled last year were put on hold after officials said federal funding was not available for beach nourishment projects. —

Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026 The Kiss & Blush Lip & Cheek Balm and the Shimmer Pop Clip-On Lip Gloss are two lip formulas designed for on-the-go nourishment with a pop of color for good measure. —

Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nourishment

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Set the scene Located a few miles outside of downtown Kansas City, the Country Club Plaza (locals just call it the Plaza) is a food, dining, and arts hub with Spanish revival and Moorish architecture packed into 15 blocks.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
The United Arab Emirates will cover the food and accommodation costs of tens of thousands of travelers stranded in the country during the conflict in the Middle East, according to state media.

— Karla Cripps, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026