Definition

Relating to the substances that provide nourishment and support health.

Example

Eating a balanced diet is important for maintaining good nutritional health.

Conversation

I just tried a new smoothie recipe that’s really nutritional.

Oh really? What did you put in it?

I added spinach, bananas, and some protein powder for extra benefits.

That sounds delicious! I need to start making more nutritional snacks like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nutritional → It is formed from "nutrire" (meaning to nourish) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "nutritional" refers to something that relates to nourishment or the process of providing nutrients.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nourishing' ('nutrire') when you hear 'nutritional' — it relates to providing the necessary nutrients for health.

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