Definition

In a way that is unhealthy or morally harmful.

Example

The food was prepared unwholesomely, making it unsafe to eat.

Conversation

I noticed you’ve been eating those snacks unwholesomely lately.

Yeah, I know, but they taste so good!

True, but they’re not great for your health if you keep it up.

I guess I should find some healthier options to snack on.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unwholesomely → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "wholesome" (from Old English "hal" meaning whole or healthy, and "some" meaning characterized by). The word "unwholesomely" means in a manner that is not healthy or beneficial.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'healthy' ('wholesome') — this helps you remember that 'unwholesomely' means something that is not good for health.

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