nutritiveness
|nu-trit-ive-ness|
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/nuˈtrɪtɪvnəs/
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/njuːˈtrɪtɪvnəs/
(nutritive)
providing nourishment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nutritive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'nutritivus,' where 'nutrire' meant 'to nourish.'
Historical Evolution
'nutritivus' transformed into the French word 'nutritif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'nutritive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to nourish or feed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'providing nourishment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being nutritious or providing nourishment.
The nutritiveness of the meal was enhanced by adding fresh vegetables.
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Last updated: 2025/07/10 22:38