healthy

/ˈhɛlθi/
in good physical or mental condition

Eating vegetables is part of a healthy lifestyle.

This shows that consuming vegetables contributes to overall well-being.


general

in good physical or mental condition; free from disease or injury

Regular exercise promotes a healthy body.

Physical activity helps maintain good health.

Often used to describe people, habits, or lifestyles that support well-being.

general

beneficial or conducive to good health

A healthy diet includes fruits and vegetables.

Eating fruits and vegetables supports good health.

Used to describe foods, habits, or environments that promote health.

Collocations

healthy lifestylea way of living that promotes good healthhealthy dieta diet that supports well-beinghealthy relationshipa relationship that is emotionally and physically beneficial

Related Phrases

health and wellnessphrase
the state of being healthy and taking care of one's well-being

Pro Tip

Common Usage

'Healthy' is often used to describe people, habits, or environments that support well-being.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While 'healthy' is positive, overusing it can make writing repetitive. Use synonyms like 'fit' or 'well' for variety.

Word Origin

From Middle English 'healthe,' meaning 'soundness of body or mind,' from Old English 'hælþ,' meaning 'wholeness, soundness.'

Usage Notes

Can describe both physical and mental states. Often used in health and wellness contexts.

Word Breakdown

health
the state of being free from illness or injury
root
+
-y
suffix indicating a state or condition
suffix
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