English · Food & Drink
nutritious
/njuːˈtrɪʃəs/
[/njuːˈtrɪʃəs/]
full of substances that keep you healthy
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Containing substances that the body needs to stay healthy and grow. It describes food that is good for you.
Example
Vegetables and fruit are very nutritious.
Vegetables and fruit are very nutritious.
Etymology
From Latin 'nutrire' (to nourish) via 'nutrition'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in health and diet advice about good food.