healthyish

[ hel-thee-ish ]

/ ˈhɛl θi ˌɪʃ /

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adjective Informal.

(of food) having considerably healthy attributes, but not so strictly healthful as to compromise taste, texture, etc.: Our most popular healthyish soup is the fresh tomato bisque, crossing that line for some health foodies with its fearless addition of heavy cream.

(of a lifestyle, etc.) characterized mostly by practices of sensible, healthy habits and choices, but not with strict or rigorous adherence: I try to keep a healthyish balance, enjoying outdoor activities with the family and usually eating unprocessed foods.

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Origin of healthyish

First recorded in 2010–15; healthy + -ish¹

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