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Synonyms & Similar Words
wellness
fitness
wellbeing
wholeness
soundness
robustness
vigor
vitality
strength
resilience
hardness
stamina
endurance
energy
prosperity
flourishing
thriving
bloom
radiance
glow
haleness
heartiness
huskiness
liveliness
lucidity
clarity
purity
cleanliness
hygiene
sanitation
salubrity
wholesomeness
nutrition
nourishment
regimen
diet
exercise
therapy
treatment
medicine
remediation
recovery
rejuvenation
renewal
restoration
Meaning of Health
The primary meaning of the word "Health" refers to a state of complete physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Definitions
- The state of being free from illness or injury
- A person's mental or physical condition
- A state of complete physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing
Etymology of Health
The word "Health" originates from Old English "hælth", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "hailthiz", related to the Proto-Indo-European root "kail-", meaning "whole, unharmed"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of being whole, sound, or unharmed, and has evolved to encompass a broader range of physical, mental, and emotional aspects
Example Uses
- The new healthcare policy aims to improve the overall health and wellbeing of the population
- Regular exercise and a balanced diet are essential for maintaining good health
- The patient's health began to decline after the diagnosis
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
sickness
illness
disease
infirmity
frailty
weakness
disability
impairment
disorder
malfunction
unhealthiness
unsoundness
fragility
delicacy
tenderness
vulnerability
susceptibility
proneness
liability
feebleness
faintness
languor
lassitude
exhaustion
fatigue
enervation
debilitation
deterioration
degeneration