Synonyms of nutrient

nutrient

adjective

ˈnü-trē-ənt 

as in nutritional

providing the substances necessary for health and bodily growth

a breakfast drink enriched with nutrient proteins and vitamins

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nutritional
• nutritive
• dietary
• nutritious
• nourishing
• beneficial
• healthy
• enriched
• fortified
• healthful
• dietetic
• wholesome
• salutary
• restorative
• salubrious

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonnutritive
• fattening
• unhealthy
• unhealthful
• nonnutritious
• unwholesome
• insalubrious

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nutrient

Tips to Build an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Building an anti-inflammatory diet begins with prioritizing nutrient diversity and balance. — Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2026

Set up a toppings bar Let guests customize their servings by putting flavorful toppings on the side, and offering nutrient dense options that still give the texture people crave, Malhotra and Dominguez suggest. — Nicole Kwan, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026

Consider upgrading to a slightly bigger pot yearly, adding fresh soil and compost for a nutrient boost. — Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2026

The latter is anti-inflammatory and filled with nutrient-rich antioxidants to create a healthy scalp—if your scalp isn’t healthy, your hair won’t grow. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 23 Oct. 2026