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wholesome
[ hohl-suhm ]
adjective
- conducive to moral or general well-being; salutary; beneficial:
wholesome recreation;
wholesome environment.
Synonyms: ,
- conducive to bodily health; healthful; salubrious:
wholesome food;
wholesome air;
wholesome exercise.
Synonyms: ,
- suggestive of physical or moral health, especially in appearance.
- healthy or sound.
wholesome
/ ˈəʊə /
adjective
- conducive to health or physical wellbeing
- conducive to moral wellbeing
- characteristic or suggestive of health or wellbeing, esp in appearance
Derived Forms
- ˈɳDZdz, adverb
- ˈɳDZdzԱ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ɳDZsdz· adverb
- ɳDZsdz·Ա noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of wholesome1
Word History and Origins
Origin of wholesome1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
"So, astronauts might be more open to having something that has been cooked from scratch and a feeling that you are really eating wholesome food."
"I've built a little community of fellow grievers over there that I actually find so wholesome in a way," she said.
Galvan, 31, says RummiKlub differs from other game clubs because it’s adjacent to nightlife but still maintains a nostalgic and wholesome vibe.
Underwood said “Idol” satisfies an appetite for “wholesome family entertainment,” while Bryan suggested that the show is actually a celebration of American diversity — though he didn’t use that word.
Compared to girls, Adichie believes boys don't have many "wholesome" role models.
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