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healthiest

 

[ ˈhɛlθiɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Healthiest refers to the state of being the best for one's health, such as having the least negative impact on physical or mental well-being. It can describe food, lifestyle choices, or general conditions that promote well-being.

Synonyms

fittest, most beneficial, safest

Examples of usage

  • Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the healthiest choices you can make.
  • The healthiest option on the menu is the grilled chicken salad.
  • Staying active is key to maintaining a healthiest lifestyle.

Translations

Translations of the word "healthiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais saudável

🇮🇳 सबसे स्वस्थ

🇩🇪 am gesündesten

🇮🇩 paling sehat

🇺🇦 найздоровіший

🇵🇱 najzdrowszy

🇯🇵 最も健康的な

🇫🇷 le plus sain

🇪🇸 el más saludable

🇹🇷 en sağlıklı

🇰🇷 가장 건강한

🇸🇦 الأكثر صحة

🇨🇿 nejzdravější

🇸🇰 najzdravší

🇨🇳 最健康的

🇸🇮 najzdravější

🇮🇸 heilbrigðast

🇰🇿 ең сау

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ჯანმრთელი

🇦🇿 ən sağlam

🇲🇽 el más saludable

Word origin

The word 'healthiest' is derived from the Middle English word 'helthe', which means 'soundness' or 'wholeness'. This, in turn, comes from the Old English 'hǣlþ', which emphasizes a state of being whole or free from illness. The suffix 'iest' is a comparative form used in English to denote the superlative degree, making 'healthy' into 'healthiest'. Over time, the usage of 'health' and its variations has evolved, reflecting cultural shifts toward the importance of well-being, nutrition, and fitness. The modern understanding of health encompasses not just physical attributes but also mental and social well-being, making 'healthiest' a term that signifies an all-encompassing ideal for living well.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,404, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.