Definition

Promoting or maintaining good health; beneficial for physical or mental well-being.

Example

Eating fruits and vegetables is part of a healthy diet.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I've been trying to eat more healthy foods lately.

That's great! What kind of things are you eating?

Mostly fruits and vegetables, and I feel so much better and more energetic.

Good for you! A healthy diet really can make a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Healthy → It is formed from "health" (from Old English *hælu*, meaning wholeness or well-being) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "healthy" means characterized by health or well-being.

Memory Tip

Think of 'health' as wholeness or well-being, and remember that 'healthy' means being full of health.

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