nourishment

Definition of nourishmentnext
as in food
something that maintains or stimulates the intellect a series of fantasy novels that provide wonderful nourishment for a child's imagination

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Recent Examples of nourishment Subsequent comments and writings made clear Francis intended such wiggle room, part of his belief that God’s mercy extends in particular to sinners and that the Eucharist isn’t a prize for the perfect but nourishment for the weak. ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026 When those conditions are met, the kitchen can become a place where nourishment begins long before the first bite. Michelle Beadle Holder, SELF, 16 Mar. 2026 These might include nourishment, satisfaction, connection, culture, access, or performance. Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 16 Mar. 2026 Castor oil, sunflower oil, and avocado oil add nourishment while also enhancing shine. Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nourishment
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Noun
  • One of the biggest needs right now is food.
    Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026
  • Food and drink Like everything else at The Rooster, the food has a distinct sense of place but also a cosmopolitan sensibility.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Dehydration dogs their journey, and local ranchers have found their homes burglarized by travelers in search of sustenance.
    Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
  • The human consumption of animals for sustenance is a harsh reality that most people come to grips with at an early age.
    Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 18 Mar. 2026

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“Nourishment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nourishment. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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