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nourisher

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈnɔːrɪʃər/

KK: /ˈnɔːrɪʃər/

noun
Definition

A person or thing that provides food, support, or care to help someone or something grow or develop.


Example

The mother is the main nourisher of her children, ensuring they eat healthy meals.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just read that vegetables are the best nourisher for our bodies.
Sloth B
That makes sense! They provide so many essential nutrients.
Sloth A
Exactly! I’m trying to eat more greens to be a better nourisher for my health.
Sloth B
That's a great idea! Eating well really affects how we feel.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
provider
sustainer
nurturer
Antonyms
starver
depriver
neglector
Root Explanation

Nourisher → It is formed from "nourish" (from Old French *nourrir*, meaning to feed or nurture) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A nourisher is a person who feeds or nurtures others.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'feeds' ('nourish') others — the '-er' just means a person. A nourisher is someone who provides nourishment.

Visually Confused Words
flourisher
unnourished
nurser
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