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Holistic: meaning, definitions and examples

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holistic

 

[ həʊˈlɪstɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

approach to health

Characterized by the belief that the parts of something are intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole. Emphasizing the importance of the whole and the interdependence of its parts.

Synonyms

complete, comprehensive, integrated

Examples of usage

  • Holistic medicine considers the person as a whole, including physical, mental, and emotional aspects.
  • Holistic approach to education focuses on developing the student's mind, body, and spirit.

Translations

Translations of the word "holistic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 holístico

🇮🇳 समग्र

🇩🇪 ganzheitlich

🇮🇩 holistik

🇺🇦 цілісний

🇵🇱 holistyczny

🇯🇵 全体的

🇫🇷 holistique

🇪🇸 holístico

🇹🇷 bütünsel

🇰🇷 전체론적

🇸🇦 شامل

🇨🇿 holistický

🇸🇰 holistický

🇨🇳 整体的

🇸🇮 celostni

🇮🇸 heildrænn

🇰🇿 тұтас

🇬🇪 ჰოლისტიკური

🇦🇿 holistik

🇲🇽 holístico

Etymology

The term 'holistic' originated from the Greek word 'holos,' meaning whole. It was first introduced in the field of medicine in the 1920s to emphasize the importance of treating a person as a whole entity, rather than focusing solely on symptoms or specific body parts. The holistic approach has since expanded to various other disciplines, promoting interconnectedness and balance in all aspects of life.

See also: hole, holey.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,004, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.