nutrition
8 synonyms and 2 antonyms for nutrition, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The process by which living things take in and use food for growth and health.
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How to use nutrition
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good nutrition
poor nutrition
nutrition label
Etymology
Borrowed via French nutrition from Latin nutritio, related to nutrire, "to nourish".
Full origin of nutrition →Frequently asked questions
What does “nutrition” mean?
The word “nutrition” means the process by which living things take in and use food for growth and health. In plain terms, how the body takes in and uses food, or the quality of the food itself.
How do you pronounce “nutrition”?
“Nutrition” is pronounced nyoo-TRIHSH-uhn (/nuˈtɹɪʃ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “nutrition” in a sentence?
Here is “nutrition” used in a sentence: “The course covers the basics of nutrition and healthy eating.”
What part of speech is “nutrition”?
“Nutrition” is a noun.
Where does the word “nutrition” come from?
The word “nutrition” comes from Latin. Borrowed via French nutrition from Latin nutritio, related to nutrire, "to nourish".
Is “nutrition” a common word?
“Nutrition” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “nutrition” have?
“Nutrition” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process by which living things take in and use food for growth and health.
What is the difference between nutrition and a nutrient?
Nutrition is the overall process by which living things take in and use food for growth and health, or the nourishment itself. A nutrient is a single substance in food, such as a vitamin or protein, that the body uses as part of that process.
What is the difference between nutrition and diet?
Nutrition is the process of taking in and using food for growth and health, and it can also mean the nourishment a body needs. Diet refers to the particular selection of foods a person usually eats, so good nutrition depends partly on a balanced diet.
What words commonly go with nutrition?
Nutrition often appears with adjectives such as good, poor, and balanced, as in good nutrition. It also forms common phrases like nutrition label, nutrition facts, and clinical nutrition.
