healthy

UK /ˈhɛl.θi/ US /ˈhɛl.θi/
adj 4

Definitions

adj

1

Enjoying good health; free from disease or disorder.

He was father to three healthy kids.

a healthy mind in a healthy body

2

Conducive to health.

A healthy diet can help to maintain proper weight.

Irregular bedtimes may disrupt healthy brain development in young children, according to a study of intelligence and sleeping habits. ¶ Going to bed at a different time each night affected girls more than boys, but both fared worse on mental tasks than children who had a set bedtime, researchers found.

3

Evincing health.

Her face had a healthy glow.

4

Significant, hefty; beneficial.

a healthy respect for authority

Sam unwrapped the sandwich and took a healthy bite out of the middle.

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