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as in cultivated
to help the growth or development of
wanted to nourish her students' love of art
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as in sustained
to supply with nourishment
we've always been nourished by such good food when staying at their house
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as in nurtured
to bring to maturity through care and education
he willingly nourished a child that was not his own
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Recent Examples of nourished
Emily Orofino, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2026
Revitalized skin that’s nourished and radiant.
—Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
This simple one-dish entrée keeps those flavors front and center and will leave you and your guests feeling nourished and satisfied.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 29 Nov. 2025
To strengthen the scalp and the strands themselves and promote nourished hair from the root to the ends, Vegamour gummies are formulated with biotin, vitamins B5, B6, and B12, along with vitamins A, C, and E.
—Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2025
As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2026
After just a few uses of the Phyto Intense Curls Nourishment Mask & Shampoo, my curls felt noticeably softer, more defined, and nourished.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
When that foundation is clean, balanced, and nourished, fine hair is less likely to struggle with excess oil, irritation, or breakage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
In addition, the study found SuperAger brains contained more robust support systems in the hippocampus — the part of the brain responsible for memory — that nurture youthful neurons much like a young sapling is nourished when planted in nutrient-rich dirt.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
Light humectants, including glycerin, make sure your skin is hydrated upon rinsing without making your face feel overly nourished or weighed down, making this formula ideal for combination skin as well as for use into the sweaty summer months.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026
It’s formulated with B-silk, a polypeptide designed to emulate strong spider silk, plus rice protein and panthenol to keep the lash line nourished and healthy.
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
But the Rabelaisian playwright and novelist developed a deep interest in French literature, nourished by a transformative period spent living in post-war Paris.
—Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
Any gloss can sit atop lips with a shiny finish, but true ‘juiciness’ comes from lips that are soft and nourished, then made even better by gloss.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
With regular use, omega-3s help support calmer, nourished, and more resilient skin and hair.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2026
Revitalized skin that’s nourished and radiant.
—Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 21 Jan. 2026
Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
This simple one-dish entrée keeps those flavors front and center and will leave you and your guests feeling nourished and satisfied.
—Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 29 Nov. 2025
To strengthen the scalp and the strands themselves and promote nourished hair from the root to the ends, Vegamour gummies are formulated with biotin, vitamins B5, B6, and B12, along with vitamins A, C, and E.
—Lisa Desantis, Glamour, 15 Nov. 2025
As the color soaked in, my skin felt soft and nourished—not dry and begging for moisture—thanks to aloe vera, jojoba oil, and Australian macadamia oil.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
After all, beneath a full glam beat is a nourished complexion and healthy strands—and that makes all the difference.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
Skin should appear deeply nourished with a plumping effect that smooths over fine lines and other expression lines.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2026
After just a few uses of the Phyto Intense Curls Nourishment Mask & Shampoo, my curls felt noticeably softer, more defined, and nourished.
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 18 Mar. 2026
When that foundation is clean, balanced, and nourished, fine hair is less likely to struggle with excess oil, irritation, or breakage.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
In addition, the study found SuperAger brains contained more robust support systems in the hippocampus — the part of the brain responsible for memory — that nurture youthful neurons much like a young sapling is nourished when planted in nutrient-rich dirt.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 25 Feb. 2026
Light humectants, including glycerin, make sure your skin is hydrated upon rinsing without making your face feel overly nourished or weighed down, making this formula ideal for combination skin as well as for use into the sweaty summer months.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 19 Feb. 2026
It’s formulated with B-silk, a polypeptide designed to emulate strong spider silk, plus rice protein and panthenol to keep the lash line nourished and healthy.
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026
But the Rabelaisian playwright and novelist developed a deep interest in French literature, nourished by a transformative period spent living in post-war Paris.
—Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026
Any gloss can sit atop lips with a shiny finish, but true ‘juiciness’ comes from lips that are soft and nourished, then made even better by gloss.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourished
Adjective
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But his family says Ty was perfectly healthy before suddenly dying.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Kailer Yamamoto and Liam O’Brien, who was in the lineup after 18 games as a healthy scratch, also scored for the Mammoth, who won their fourth straight road game.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Dozens of vegetable and herb varieties, in addition to strawberries, demonstrate explosive growth when cultivated aeroponically.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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Taubel believes some of the supply problems have eased as early cultivator licensees' initial plants have fully grown and are cultivated.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Engagement across these positions may be either fleeting or sustained, but is not inherently superficial.—
Manuela Moscoso,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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This one came by way of a number of auspicious paths, including one that’s harder to quantify but also needs to be sustained and at least for the moment said something about this group.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2026
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Raised by Samburu keepers who act as surrogate parents, these elephants are nurtured back to health and prepared for life in the wild.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2026
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Gant and Ezeluomba’s show documented the vibrant cultural milieu that nurtured Lawrence’s Nigerian sojourns, particularly in the exhibitions, workshops, and publications of the multicity Mbari group.—
Michael Lobel,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The symphony sounds remarkably hale under Payare’s baton, and as the movement grew, so did the power and immediacy of the orchestra, always bringing balance and poise back to the beloved processional of the main melody.—
Luke Schulze,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Nov. 2022
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Oscar, still hale and hearty, celebrated his 15th birthday in July of 2022.—
Stephen C. George,
Discover Magazine,
29 Oct. 2022
Verb
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Given the Hornets’ record attendance this season, prompt action is encouraged due to expected high demand.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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This spring, he was encouraged by regaining strength and bat speed.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The president satisfied his own ego, displaying no patience, as other bloodthirsty warlords throughout history.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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Miami also declined to offer Jovic, though there’s no indication that his inclusion would have satisfied Phoenix.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
22 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Stephen Curry swished a 3-pointer on his second shot from deep and raised his arms in delight when the ball went through.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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My father had lived an extraordinary life as a young Black man born and raised in Montgomery, Alabama, during the 1940s.—
Shayla Martin,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Nourished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourished. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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