NOURISHMENT Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

nourishment

noun

ˈnər-ish-mənt

Definition of nourishment

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 Researchers said beach nourishment remains an important way to protect coastlines from erosion, but the findings highlight the need to better understand how those projects affect marine life. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026 Breast milk and infant formula Passengers traveling with infants have enough to worry about on their flights—and being able to provide the little ones with the proper nourishment should not be one of those concerns. — Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026 The report’s authors also said some of the recent increase in beach width was due to beach nourishment projects in Encinitas and Solana Beach. — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026 Hit The Beach Beach nourishment is a big part of life in the Outer Banks. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for nourishment

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The tests included transporting packages, medical supplies, food, water, and industrial equipment, providing a practical demonstration of the aircraft’s autonomous cargo capabilities.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
In addition to speech, our management of a localized fire for food, safety, and comfort is another uniquely human behavior, one that seems to have coincided with the development of complex spoken language.

— Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026

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Noun

The method could combat refuse accumulation and provide sustenance in remote or disaster locations — or in space someday.

— Devika Rao, TheWeek, 2 Sep. 2026
Bovines are a blessing The sentiment comes from the respect people here have for cows, seen for many generations as providers of sustenance and prosperity.

— Fatma Tanis, NPR, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of sustenance

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