nutritional
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for nutritional, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to nutrition or the nourishment food provides.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use nutritional
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From nutrition plus the adjective-forming suffix -al.
Full origin of nutritional →Frequently asked questions
What does “nutritional” mean?
The word “nutritional” means relating to nutrition or the nourishment food provides. In plain terms, to do with how nourishing or healthy a food is.
How do you pronounce “nutritional”?
“Nutritional” is pronounced nyoo-TRIHSH-uh-nuhl (/nuˈtɹɪʃ.ə.nəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “nutritional” in a sentence?
Here is “nutritional” used in a sentence: “The label lists the nutritional value of each serving.”
What part of speech is “nutritional”?
“Nutritional” is an adjective.
Is “nutritional” a common word?
“Nutritional” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between nutritional and nutritious?
Nutritional is an adjective that describes anything relating to nutrition in general, as in 'nutritional information' or 'nutritional science.' Nutritious describes food that actually provides good nourishment, as in 'a nutritious meal.' A food label can be 'nutritional' without the food itself being especially 'nutritious.'
What does nutritional value mean on food labels?
Nutritional value refers to the nourishment a food provides, including its vitamins, minerals, protein, and other components the body needs. It is commonly summarized on packaging as nutritional information or a nutritional label.
When is nutritional used instead of dietary?
Nutritional tends to focus on the nourishment content of food itself, such as its vitamins and nutrients, while dietary more often describes overall eating habits or restrictions, such as a 'dietary requirement.' The two words overlap but nutritional is more specific to the makeup of food.