wholesome
gb/hˈoʊlsəm/ us/hˈoʊlsəm/
B2
English
~ 5600
családbarát, erkölcsös, ártatlan, egészséges, tápláló, építő
B2
1
Usage pattern:
a wholesome [person/activity/movie/image]
They wanted a wholesome family movie that everyone could enjoy together.
Olyan családbarát filmet szerettek volna, amelyet az egész család együtt élvezhet.
Her online persona is very wholesome, with positive messages and no shocking content.
Az online megjelenése nagyon ártatlan és pozitív: biztató üzeneteket közvetít, és nincs benne sokkoló tartalom.
The camp is known for providing wholesome fun without alcohol or partying.
He has a wholesome image that brands love to work with.
The show is sweet and wholesome, with no violence or crude jokes.
Learner examples
We watched a wholesome cartoon with the children.
A gyerekekkel egy ártatlan, családbarát rajzfilmet néztünk meg.
These books are wholesome and good for young readers.
Ezek a könyvek ártatlan, értékes olvasmányok, és fiatal olvasóknak is ajánlhatók.
The comedian is funny but still wholesome.
Parents like the wholesome messages in that TV show.
The club wants wholesome activities for teenagers.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use "wholesome" when they only mean "nice" or "friendly". "Wholesome" usually suggests moral goodness or lack of sexual/violent content, especially for entertainment. For example, a "wholesome movie" is not just enjoyable; it is also morally clean and suitable for all ages.
Meaning
morally good and innocent
Collocations
wholesome fun
|wholesome entertainment
|wholesome family values
|wholesome image
|wholesome activities
|wholesome humor
Synonyms
virtuous (emphasizes strong moral standards and good behavior; slightly more formal.)
|
innocent (focuses on lack of guilt or sexual/violent content, not always on active goodness.)
|
clean (in this context means not rude or sexual, especially for jokes or entertainment; more informal.)
Antonyms
immoral (directly describes behavior or content that goes against accepted moral standards.)
|
corrupting (stresses that something harms a person's morals or character.)
|
dirty (informal; often used for jokes or media that are sexual or rude rather than pure.)
Themes
morality
|entertainment
|daily life
|law
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
morally good and clean, not dirty or bad, especially for people, activities, or movies and shows.
Morally pure and not sexually, violently, or otherwise corrupting, especially describing people, activities, or entertainment seen as good for character and values.
B2
2
egészséges
A2
tápláló
B1
Usage pattern:
wholesome [food/meal/diet/lifestyle]
The restaurant serves simple, wholesome food made from local produce.
Az étterem egyszerű, tápláló ételeket kínál helyi alapanyagokból.
Parents are encouraged to pack wholesome snacks for their children.
A szülőket arra ösztönzik, hogy egészséges harapnivalót csomagoljanak a gyerekeiknek.
After months of fast food, he decided to eat more wholesome meals.
She tries to maintain a wholesome lifestyle with regular exercise and home-cooked dinners.
The bread looks heavy but very wholesome.
Learner examples
We ate a wholesome breakfast with eggs and fruit.
Egészséges reggelit ettünk tojással és gyümölccsel.
This soup is wholesome and fills you up.
Ez a leves tápláló és laktató.
They want to give their kids wholesome food, not candy.
He changed to a more wholesome diet last year.
Whole grains are a wholesome choice for lunch.
Common mistake:
Learners often think "wholesome" is used as often as "healthy". In modern English, people usually say "healthy food" rather than "wholesome food" in casual speech. "Wholesome" can sound a bit more formal or old-fashioned, especially in advertising or writing.
Meaning
good for physical health
Collocations
wholesome food
|wholesome diet
|wholesome meal
|wholesome ingredients
|wholesome lifestyle
|wholesome snack
Synonyms
healthy (the most common everyday word; slightly broader and more frequent than "wholesome".)
|
nutritious (focuses on providing nutrients; slightly more technical or formal.)
Antonyms
unhealthy (general opposite; covers food and habits that are bad for the body.)
|
junk (informal, often as "junk food"; suggests food that is very bad for health.)
Themes
health
|food
|daily life
|food_drink
|core_vocabulary
Definition
good for your body and health, especially about food or the way you live.
Promoting or preserving good physical health, especially of food, meals, and lifestyles.
B2
3
egészséges
A2
építő
B2
Usage pattern:
a wholesome [environment/influence/relationship/atmosphere]
They tried to create a wholesome environment where the children felt loved and safe.
Igyekeztek olyan egészséges, szeretetteljes környezetet teremteni, ahol a gyerekek érezhették, hogy szeretik őket, és biztonságban vannak.
Her grandparents had a wholesome influence on her during her teenage years.
A nagyszülei építő hatással voltak rá kamaszkorában.
He credits his success to a wholesome upbringing and strong community support.
The show focuses on wholesome relationships and open communication.
Moving to the countryside brought a more wholesome atmosphere into their lives.
Learner examples
Children need a wholesome home where people are kind.
A gyerekeknek egészséges, szeretetteljes otthonra van szükségük, ahol kedvesen bánnak egymással.
She wants a wholesome relationship built on trust.
Bizalmon alapuló egészséges kapcsolatra vágyik.
Good teachers can be a wholesome influence on students.
They moved to a small town for a more wholesome life.
The school tries to give students a wholesome atmosphere.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say "I feel wholesome" when they mean "I feel healthy" or "I feel good." In modern English this can sound unusual. It is more natural to describe things around you (a wholesome environment, a wholesome relationship) rather than your current feeling.
Meaning
having a positive, healthy influence
Collocations
wholesome environment
|wholesome relationship
|wholesome influence
|wholesome upbringing
|wholesome atmosphere
Synonyms
nurturing (emphasizes care and support that helps someone grow emotionally.)
|
positive (very general; describes a good influence but without the moral or emotional warmth implied by "wholesome".)
Antonyms
toxic (informal; describes relationships or environments that harm someone's mental or emotional health.)
|
harmful (broad opposite, focusing on negative effects rather than moral quality.)
Themes
emotions
|family
|society
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
good for a person's mind and life, helping them feel safe, kind, and balanced.
Having a good and strengthening effect on a person's mind, character, or general life, often by providing safety, kindness, or emotional balance.
Grammar
Dictionary form
wholesome
IPA
GB/hˈoʊlsəm/
US/hˈoʊlsəm/
Syllables & stress
whole - some (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (whole)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: wholesome
Word family
Expressions
good clean wholesome fun
1/ɡˈʊd klˈin hˈoʊlsəm fˈʌn/
idiom
informal
innocent and safe fun
fun that is safe and not bad in any way – no crime, no sex, no drugs, and no rude jokes.
Examples
- The party was just good clean wholesome fun.
- They advertise the camp as a place for good clean wholesome fun.
wholesome environment
1/hˈoʊlsəm ɪnvˈaɪɹənmənt/
fixed phrase
supportive, healthy surroundings
a place or situation that is safe and good for a person's body, mind, and character.
Examples
- They work hard to create a wholesome environment for the children.
- A wholesome environment at work can improve everyone's mood.
wholesome family entertainment
1/hˈoʊlsəm fˈæmɪli ˌɛntɚtˈeɪnmənt/
fixed phrase
morally clean family entertainment
movies, shows, or events that are safe, kind, and not rude, so the whole family can watch together.
Examples
- The channel focuses on wholesome family entertainment.
- They were looking for wholesome family entertainment for a quiet night at home.
wholesome food
1/hˈoʊlsəm fˈud/
fixed phrase
food that is good for you
food that is good for your body, usually simple and made from good ingredients.
Examples
- The café serves wholesome food made with fresh vegetables.
- Parents are encouraged to pack wholesome food in their kids' lunchboxes.
wholesome fun
1/hˈoʊlsəm fˈʌn/
fixed phrase
enjoyment that is harmless
fun that is clean, safe, and not rude or bad, so children and adults can enjoy it.
Examples
- The festival promises wholesome fun for the whole family.
- They want to give teenagers a place for wholesome fun on Friday nights.
wholesome lifestyle
1/hˈoʊlsəm lˈaɪfstˌaɪl/
fixed phrase
healthy and balanced lifestyle
a way of living that is good for your body and mind, with good food, sleep, and habits.
Examples
- He promotes a wholesome lifestyle on his social media account.
- They moved to the countryside to live a more wholesome lifestyle.
wholesome memes
1/hˈoʊlsəm mˈimz/
fixed phrase
informal
kind and positive memes
funny pictures or posts on the internet that make people feel happy and warm, not angry or sad.
Examples
- My feed is full of wholesome memes that make me smile.
- People share wholesome memes as a break from negative news.
wholesome relationship
1/hˈoʊlsəm ɹilˈeɪʃənʃˌɪp/
fixed phrase
healthy, respectful relationship
a relationship where people are kind, honest, and good for each other.
Examples
- Fans praised the movie for showing a wholesome relationship between the main characters.
- She is finally in a wholesome relationship after years of drama.