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nourishing

/ˈnɔːrɪʃɪŋ/ · nou.rish.ing
adjective
  1. That provides nourishment; nutritious The nourishing meal helped her recover from the illness.
adjective
  1. Beneficial to one's health or well-being The nourishing environment of the forest helped to calm her mind.

Synonyms

nutritiouswholesomebeneficialsalubriousrestorativerejuvenatingsustainingenriching

Antonyms

unhealthyharmfultoxicpoisonouscorrosivedeleterious
Did you know? The word 'nourishing' is often used in the context of food and drink, but it can also describe activities or environments that promote physical or mental well-being.

Related terms

nourishmentnutritionhealthwell-beingsustenancesustenancerejuvenationrestoration
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 3 lookups Added Jul 28, 2026