Synonyms of nutritious

nutritious

adjective

nu̇-ˈtri-shəs 

as in nutritional

providing the substances necessary for health and bodily growth

opted for a nutritious snack and bought an apple instead of a candy bar

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nutritional
• nutritive
• dietary
• nutrient
• nourishing
• healthy
• healthful
• beneficial
• enriched
• wholesome
• fortified
• dietetic
• salutary
• salubrious
• restorative

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonnutritive
• fattening
• unhealthy
• unhealthful
• unwholesome
• nonnutritious
• insalubrious

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nutritious

Packing at least six grams of protein in roughly 80 calories, eggs are often hailed as a nutritious and easy way to get your macronutrients in the morning (even though experts say eating too many can be risky). —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025

And rebuild a healthy routine, incorporate regular exercise, nutritious meals and sufficient sleep to help restore your physical and mental resilience. —Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025

Lack of access to safe water and sanitation, nutritious foods, medical care, immunizations and education endangers children's health and development. —Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025

All parents worry about their kids' healthy, but these are all situations that might prevent families from always providing snacks that someone else deems nutritious. —Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 13 Feb. 2025