healthy
/ˈhɛlθi/In good physical or mental condition; free from disease or infirmity
Eating vegetables and exercising regularly helps maintain a healthy lifestyle.
A balanced diet and regular exercise contribute to good health.
Can also refer to mental well-being (e.g., 'healthy relationships').
Financially stable or profitable (business context)
The company has been reporting healthy profits for three consecutive quarters.
The firm has shown strong financial performance in recent quarters.
Used metaphorically to describe financial vitality.
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💡Pro Tip
Avoid confusion
'Healthy' describes a state of well-being, while 'healthful' describes something that promotes health (e.g., 'healthful foods').
⚡Gold Rule
Context matters
In business contexts, 'healthy' often refers to financial strength, not physical health.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'helthe' (health) + '-ly' (suffix forming adjectives). First recorded in the 14th century.
📝Usage Notes
Avoid using 'healthy' to describe food that is merely not unhealthy (e.g., 'healthy cookies' implies nutritional value).