Definition

Healthier or more beneficial, especially in terms of moral or physical well-being.

Example

Eating more fruits and vegetables is a wholesomer choice than junk food.

Conversation

I tried that new café yesterday, and their food felt much wholesomer than most places.

Really? I’ve heard good things about it!

Yeah, I think I’ll start going there more often for lunch.

Sounds like a great plan! I love wholesomer options.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wholesomer → It is formed from "whole" (from Old English *hal*, meaning entire or uninjured) and "-somer" (a comparative suffix indicating more). The word "wholesomer" means more whole or healthier than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'whole' meaning entire or complete, and the '-somer' suffix indicating a comparison. This helps you remember that 'wholesomer' refers to something that is healthier or more complete.

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