Healthy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɛl.θi/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Healthy is an adjective meaning Enjoying good health; free from disease or disorder.
Meaning
Enjoying good health; free from disease or disorder.
More Meanings
- Conducive to health.
- Evincing health.
- (figuratively) Significant, hefty; beneficial.
Example Sentences
a healthy mind in a healthy body
He was father to three healthy kids.
My fruit trees are looking very healthy.
A healthy diet can help to maintain proper weight.
Word Forms
- healthier
- healthiest
Synonyms for healthy
Depending on context, synonyms include buxom, fit, hail, hale, lusty, normal.
Antonyms for healthy
Common opposites include diseased, ill, unhealthy, unfit.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hale, wholesome, salubrious, hearty, flourishing, thriving.
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