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Health

UK /["/helθ/"]/US /["/helθ/"]/

Definition

the condition of a person’s body or mind

In simple words: The state of being free from illness or injury.

Examples

  • Eating vegetables is good for your health.
  • She goes to the gym to maintain her health.
  • The doctor said my health is improving.
  • It’s important to take care of your mental health.
  • Health is more valuable than money.

Usage notes

Commonly used in both spoken and written English to refer to physical, mental, and social well-being. Can be used in formal speeches about public health or casual conversations about personal wellness.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'health' as 'heal-th', like healing your body.

Collocations

  • excellent
  • full
  • good
  • enjoy
  • have
  • ensure
  • improve
  • deteriorate
  • fail
  • care
  • system
  • authority
  • bad for your health
  • good for your health
  • health and safety
  • excellent
  • full
  • good
  • enjoy
  • have
  • ensure
  • improve
  • deteriorate
  • fail
  • care
  • system
  • authority
  • bad for your health
  • good for your health
  • health and safety
  • excellent
  • full
  • good
  • enjoy
  • have
  • ensure
  • improve
  • deteriorate
  • fail
  • care
  • system
  • authority
  • bad for your health
  • good for your health
  • health and safety

Synonyms

  • wellness
  • fitness
  • healthiness
  • soundness
  • strength

Antonyms

  • illness
  • sickness
  • disease

Common mistakes

  • Used incorrectly as a verb (e.g., 'to health is important').
  • Confused with 'healthy' which is an adjective.
  • Used in phrases without proper context (e.g., 'I love health' instead of 'I love to be healthy').