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adjective

as in healthy

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verb

past tense of nourish
1
as in cultivated
to help the growth or development of wanted to nourish her students' love of art

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2
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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3
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
Adjective
Plus, its travel-friendly tub fits inside my makeup case for nourished nails on the go. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026 With regular use, omega-3s help support calmer, nourished, and more resilient skin and hair. — Emily Orofino, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2026 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 Every single person and living creature on the planet is safe and well nourished. — Jeff Goldblum, Vanity Fair, 8 Apr. 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 The rich formula helps keep my skin feeling nourished and comfortable while supporting a smoother, plumper appearance. — Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 23 June 2026 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 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
Verb
What was unusual about the two dead humpback whales, Dunkin said, is that both seemed to be properly nourished. — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 The working dynamic that 16mm created nourished us with life and mystery throughout the shoot. — Roberto Prieto, Variety, 19 May 2026 Hate grows if consistently nourished and the consequences of that are devastating. — Tazheen Nizam, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026 The hydrating ingredients leave dry skin feeling nourished, comfortable, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. — Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 29 May 2026 Once the roads open and the Miura’s tachometer sweeps past 4,000 rpm, your ears are nourished by a cultured snarl that builds to a hammering roar. — Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 18 May 2026 Funk recommends applying a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every two weeks to keep your plants nourished and well-fed. — Cori Sears, The Spruce, 8 June 2026 Wood cabinets also need to be nourished, and Greene recommends products like Beezwax or Liquid Gold to restore the polish and shine to wood cabinets. — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 30 Apr. 2026 What separates Babylonstoren from the many, many wineries and exceptional hotels in and around the Winelands though is its 12-acre garden, designed by French garden architect Patrice Taravella, that has since been nurtured and nourished by an incredible team of landscapists and horticulturists. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nourished
  1. healthy
  2. cultivated
  3. sustained
  4. nurtured
  5. hearty
  6. encouraged
  7. satisfied
  8. raised
Adjective
  • Pomegranates also contain vitamin K and folate, which can help support healthy blood clotting and cell growth, respectively.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The indexes are sitting on healthy gains for the year despite a slight pullback in June.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
Definition of healthy
Verb
  • But the star has cultivated a loyal collective of her favorite brands, including Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney and Area (recall her famous Super Bowl jeans).
    — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The one-person filmmaker averages 3 million views per episode and has cultivated a YouTube audience of 500,000.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Definition of cultivated
Verb
  • Barker, Hutcherson and Watson and two others who sustained burn injuries were overcome by flames from fast-moving fires in Mesa County.
    — Jessica Hill, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • Bavi has sustained winds near 166 miles per hour with gusts of 200 miles per hour.
    — Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of sustained
Verb
  • The good news is that a strong sense of optimism can be nurtured over time through intentional habits, perspective shifts and daily practices.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • What Christopher Reeve gets so right as the Man of Steel is bringing nuance, kindness and soaring spirit to an American icon – and an alien nurtured to be the best of us.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Definition of nurtured
Adjective
  • This fresh five-ingredient summer pasta toss has a dose of lemony zing accented with sweet basil and hearty cannellini beans.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026
  • Margie’s Haas, named after a local woman who would cook for the 10th Mountain Division soldiers, features hearty European alpine fare with a Rocky Mountain twist—think bison poutine, raclette, and crispy chicken torchon.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of hearty
Verb
  • Customers are encouraged to check online to confirm hours for their nearest store.
    — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Businesses can also partner with the nonprofit, while current and retired officers in need are encouraged to reach out directly for help.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of encouraged
Verb
  • The deal would not have satisfied Cuba's spiraling energy needs.
    — Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • One of the daily specials, a creamy risotto accented with a bold red pepper puree and blackened shrimp, caught my eye and satisfied my cravings for something comforting.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 June 2026
Definition of satisfied
Verb
  • The bike lane is raised a little from the street, and then the sidewalk is raised a little from the bike lane.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • But last year, Australia’s National Rodeo Association raised the age limit to 18, boosting Bella’s ambition to one day ride in adult comps.
    — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Definition of raised

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