Nourishment usually means food or other substancesMaterials or matter of a particular kind, especially when not solid food. that help the body stay healthy and grow. It can also mean the act of providing care, support, or the things neededRequired or necessary for a particular purpose or situation. to sustainKeep alive or continue over time; support so it does not stop. life.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈnɝːɪʃmənt/
Easy pronunciation: NUR-ish-ment (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress is on the first syllable.
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Nourishment Meaning
Food that helps the body stay healthy and strong.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: Food or other substances that provide what the body needs to stay healthy and grow.
Example: Children need good nourishment to grow properly.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- nutrition — Strong everyday substitute when talking about healthy food or body needs.
- sustenance — Works well for food that keeps a person alive or healthy.
- nutriment — Correct, but more formal or technical than nourishment.
- aliment — Meaning matches, but it is rare in modern English.
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Other Meanings of Nourishment
Meaning 2
The act of helping someone or something grow and stay healthy.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The act of nourishing; providing food, support, or care.
Example: The shelter provided nourishment for the sick and elderly.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- alimentation — Can mean the process of feeding or nourishing, but it is uncommon.
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Nourishment Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- nutrition
- sustenance
The act of nourishing or supporting life
- alimentation
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Common Mistakes
- Do not use nourishment to mean emotional support unless the context clearly extends the word metaphorically.
- Do not confuse nourishment with nourished, which is the adjective or past participle form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does nourishment mean?
Nourishment usually means food or substances that help the body stay healthy and grow. It can also mean the act of providing care or support that sustains life.
What is a simple synonym for nourishment?
Nutrition is the closest simple synonym in everyday English.
Is nourishment the same as food?
Not exactly. Food can be nourishment, but nourishment focuses on the useful things in food that help the body.
Can nourishment mean support?
Yes, in some contexts it can mean the care or support that helps someone or something grow and stay healthy.
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