often attributive
1
a
: the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit
She is the picture of health.
especially
: freedom from physical disease or pain
nursed them back to health
b
: the general condition of the body
How is your mother's health?
in poor health
enjoys good health
2
a
: a condition in which someone or something is thriving or doing well : well-being
defending the health of the beloved oceans—
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b
: general condition or state
poor economic health
3
: a toast to someone's health or prosperity
Examples of health in a Sentence
We nursed him back to health.
He's in good health these days.
He has continued to enjoy good health in his old age.
Smoking is bad for your health.
He is concerned about his sister's mental health.
We must protect the health of our oceans.
The economy is in a period of robust financial health.
Investors are worried about the company's health.
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William Jones, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
The health of your culture is the leading indicator of your future success.
—Nirmal Chhabria, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Researchers analyzed health and environmental data from dozens of population surveys, which included urine samples containing chemical breakdown products left by DEHP, which is known to be connected to cardiovascular disease, Trasande said.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2025
The influencer, who's known for her health and fitness content, announced that her daughter died on April 26 and revealed doctors found a large mass on her brain.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for health
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“Health.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/health. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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health
noun1
a
: the condition of being sound in body, mind, or spirit
especially
: freedom from disease
b
: the overall condition of the body
in poor health
2
: flourishing condition
3
: a toast to someone's health or success
drink a health
Etymology
Old English hǣlth "health," from hāl "healthy" — related to hale entry 1
Medical Definition
health
nounoften attributive
1
: the condition of an organism or one of its parts in which it performs its vital functions normally or properly : the state of being sound in body or mind
dental health
mental health
2
: the condition of an organism with respect to the performance of its vital functions especially as evaluated subjectively or nonprofessionally
how is your health today
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