Definition

More healthy than something else; having better health or being more beneficial to health.

Example

Eating more fruits and vegetables can lead to a heathier lifestyle.

Conversation

I’ve been trying to eat more fruits and vegetables lately.

That’s great! Eating healthier can really boost your energy.

Yeah, I feel so much better since I started this.

Exactly! It’s amazing how much food affects our mood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'healthier' is formed from 'health' (from Old English 'hælu', meaning wholeness or well-being) and the suffix '-ier' (meaning more). Thus, 'healthier' means more healthy or possessing greater well-being.

Memory Tip

Think of 'health' as wholeness or well-being, and remember that 'healthier' means having more of that well-being.

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