Definition

In a way that relates to the nutrients in food and their effects on health.

Example

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

Conversation

I've been trying to eat more nutritionally balanced meals lately.

That's great! What kind of foods are you focusing on?

I’m including more fruits and vegetables to help me eat nutritionally better.

Sounds like a smart plan! Those are essential for a healthy diet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nutritionally → It is formed from "nutrient" (from Latin "nutrire", meaning to nourish) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "nutritionally" refers to something that relates to the manner of nourishment or nutrients.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nourishing' ('nutrire') and how 'nutritionally' means in a way that relates to nourishment.

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