Health And Wellness Terminology

noun a choice or option that is available as an alternative to something else

adjective available as another possibility or choice

• The committee is considering an alternative approach to solving the budget issue.
• We could try a different way to fix the problem.
• Let's go with another option to get this done.
• There's always another path to take, an alternative route to success.

adjective providing benefits or advantages; helpful; favorable

• Regular exercise is beneficial for overall health and well-being.
• Eating fruits and vegetables is really beneficial for your body.
• Drinking water is so beneficial, it's like a miracle for your skin.
• Learning a new language can be beneficial in opening doors to new opportunities.

noun a person who abstains from marriage and sexual relations

adjective refraining from marriage and sexual relations

• The monk took a vow of celibacy and remained celibate for his entire life.
• My friend has been celibate for a year now, focusing on personal growth.
• I heard he's on a celibate streak, trying to clear his mind.
• The artist remained celibate from mainstream trends, creating her own unique style.

adjective tending to produce; helpful; favorable

• The quiet library atmosphere is conducive to studying.
• This cozy coffee shop is so conducive to catching up with friends.
• The vibe at this party is so conducive to having a good time.
• A positive mindset is conducive to achieving your goals.

adverb to a great extent or degree; greatly

• The company's profits have increased considerably over the past year.
• I've been feeling considerably better since starting the new medication.
• That party was considerably lit last night!
• Her talent in painting has grown considerably, like a seed blossoming into a beautiful flower.

noun the act of consuming something

verb to eat, drink, or use up something

• It is important to monitor the amount of food we consume each day.
• I can't believe how much junk food I consume when I'm stressed.
• I consume way too much caffeine to stay awake during late-night study sessions.
• Her passion for music consumes her every waking moment.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb, indicating the manner, place, time, or degree of an action

• The company's financial situation is improving day by day.
• I can see your skills getting better day by day.
• She's crushing her workouts day by day.
• The weight of the world seems to be getting heavier day by day.

noun a state of despair, typically resulting from a sense of hopelessness or urgency

• The refugees fled their war-torn country in desperation, seeking safety and a better life.
• She called him in desperation, asking for help with her car that had broken down on the side of the road.
• I was so desperate for a snack that I ended up eating cold pizza for breakfast.
• The artist's desperation to create something meaningful was evident in every brushstroke of his painting.

adjective sufficient; as much or as many as required

adverb to the required degree or extent

• There is not enough evidence to support the claim.
• I don't have enough money to buy a new car.
• I've had enough of your attitude!
• Her love for him was deep enough to withstand any challenge.

adjective describing someone who is lucky or privileged

• I consider myself fortunate to have been given this opportunity to work with such a talented team.
• I feel lucky to have scored tickets to the concert tonight.
• I'm so grateful for my new job, it's like winning the lottery!
• She felt like a fortunate traveler on a journey filled with unexpected adventures.

noun a new beginning or opportunity to start over

adjective new or not previously used or experienced

• After the company faced financial difficulties, they decided to restructure and take a fresh start.
• I'm really looking forward to moving to a new city and getting a fresh start.
• I broke up with my ex and now I'm single and ready for a fresh start.
• The sunrise symbolizes a fresh start and new opportunities every day.

noun profits obtained through investment or business activity

verb to obtain or acquire something desirable, typically through effort or work

• The company reported significant gains in revenue this quarter.
• I heard that Sarah has been making some serious gains at the gym.
• My gains from investing in that stock have been off the charts!
• Learning a new language can lead to gains in cognitive abilities.

noun a liquid that is used for washing or cooking and is heated to a high temperature

• Please ensure the hot water is at the correct temperature before adding it to the mixture.
• I'll make you a cup of tea with hot water, just the way you like it.
• I love taking a long shower with scalding hot water to relax my muscles.
• His anger was like a pot of hot water ready to boil over at any moment.

noun a form of running at a steady, gentle pace

verb to run at a steady, gentle pace

• She decided to go for a jog in the park to maintain her fitness.
• I usually jog around the neighborhood in the mornings.
• Let's go for a quick jog to burn off some calories.
• His mind liked to jog back to memories of his childhood.

noun the science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease

• The study of medicine requires years of rigorous training and education.
• I always keep some medicine in my purse just in case I get a headache.
• I need to pop some medicine to help me feel better after last night's party.
• Laughter is the best medicine for a bad mood.

noun a viscous liquid derived from petroleum, especially for use as a fuel or lubricant

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• The price of oil has been fluctuating due to global demand.
• I need to change the oil in my car soon.
• I love cooking with olive oil, it's the bomb!
• Time heals all wounds, just like oil soothes a squeaky hinge.

adjective lacking energy or enthusiasm; listless

adverb in a pepless manner

• The pepless presentation failed to engage the audience.
• She looked so pepless during the meeting, I hope she's feeling okay.
• I feel so pepless today, I need some coffee ASAP.
• His pepless attitude brought down the energy of the whole team.

adjective characterized by or requiring a sitting posture

• The doctor advised the patient to avoid a sedentary lifestyle to prevent health issues.
• I need to stop being so sedentary and start moving around more.
• Sitting around all day is not cool, I need to be less sedentary.
• Her mind was like a sedentary pond, stagnant and devoid of new ideas.

noun a visible suspension of carbon or other particles in air, typically one emitted from a burning substance

verb emit smoke or visible vapor

• The smoke from the factory's chimney billowed into the sky.
• I could smell the smoke from the barbecue next door.
• Let's go sneak a smoke behind the school.
• The tension in the room was so thick, you could cut it with a knife; it was like smoke filling the air.

noun a person who sells tobacco and tobacco-related products

• I purchased a pipe and some premium tobacco from the tobacconist down the street.
• I always stop by the tobacconist on my way home to pick up some cigars.
• I scored some top-notch smokes from the tobacconist around the corner.
• The tobacconist's shop was a treasure trove of aromatic delights.

verb to remove an obstruction or blockage from a pipe or drain

• It is important to regularly clean out your drains to prevent any blockages and unclog them if necessary.
• I had to call a plumber to unclog the sink because it was completely blocked.
• I used a wire hanger to unclog the toilet - it worked like a charm!
• Sometimes we need to unclog our minds from unnecessary clutter to think clearly.

verb the action of making or becoming weaker

• The economic indicators are showing signs of weakening, which is a cause for concern.
• I think our team's performance is weakening as the season goes on.
• Dude, have you noticed how much his game is weakening lately?
• The bond between them was weakening, and soon they drifted apart.

noun a state of being prepared to do something; readiness

adjective willing to do something; inclined or favorably disposed in mind; ready

• Her willingness to learn new skills impressed her employer.
• I admire your willingness to try new things.
• His willingness to go the extra mile really paid off.
• The artist's willingness to push boundaries led to innovative creations.

verb to cover or enclose something in paper or cloth

adjective completed or finished

adverb completely or thoroughly

• The project was successfully wrapped up ahead of schedule.
• We finally wrapped up the meeting after hours of discussion.
• Let's wrap up this party and head home.
• She wrapped up her emotions and put on a brave face.

noun a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation

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• Yoga is a discipline that combines physical, mental, and spiritual practices.
• I love going to yoga classes to relax and stretch my muscles.
• Let's hit up a yoga sesh to zen out and unwind.
• Practicing yoga helps me find balance and harmony in my life.

noun prejudice or discrimination on the basis of a person's size

• Sizeism is a form of discrimination based on a person's physical size.
• I can't believe she was denied a job because of sizeism.
• Sizeism sucks, people should be judged on their abilities not their size.
• In a world free of sizeism, everyone would be treated equally regardless of their size.

noun A slang term for a selfie taken while exercising or being active, typically to show off one's fitness or health journey.

• The concept of helfies in social media has gained popularity among health enthusiasts.
• Let's take a helfie before we start our workout!
• Check out my post-workout helfie, feeling pumped!
• His smile in the helfie captured the true essence of happiness.

noun a made-up word that does not have a specific definition

• The runner took a runfie before the marathon to document the event.
• Let's stop for a runfie during our jog!
• I love taking runfies with my running buddies.
• She wanted to capture the moment in a runfie to remember it forever.

noun a specific weight that a person or animal must reach or maintain in order to compete in a fight or match

• Athletes often have to maintain their fighting weight in order to perform at their best.
• I've been hitting the gym to get back to my fighting weight before the summer.
• I need to shed a few pounds to get to my fighting weight for the beach trip.
• She felt lighter and more energetic after reaching her fighting weight in terms of emotional baggage.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things, such as 'air' in this case

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, such as 'take' in this case

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, such as 'the' in this case

• It is recommended to take the air for at least 30 minutes a day to improve overall health.
• Let's go outside and take the air for a bit, it's a beautiful day.
• I need to step outside and take the air, I've been cooped up inside all day.
• Sometimes you just need to take the air and clear your mind before making a decision.

noun a person who has an extreme fear of germs and avoids contact with other people or objects that may be contaminated

• The germaphobe always carries hand sanitizer with them wherever they go.
• My friend is such a germaphobe, she won't even touch a doorknob without using a tissue.
• I can't stand being around that germaphobe, they're always freaking out about getting sick.
• She was a germaphobe when it came to her personal information, never sharing anything with anyone.

verb to improve or become better

adverb in an upward direction or trend

• The economic indicators suggest that the market will be on the up in the coming months.
• Looks like things are finally starting to be on the up for our company.
• Hey, it seems like your luck might be on the up, so don't give up just yet!
• After facing many challenges, she finally felt her spirits be on the up.

adjective not balanced or in equilibrium; lacking balance or symmetry

• The distribution of resources in the country is imbalanced, with certain regions receiving more than others.
• The teams in the tournament are imbalanced, with one being much stronger than the others.
• Her workload is totally imbalanced right now, she's swamped with tasks.
• The power dynamics in the office are imbalanced, with some employees having more influence than others.

noun the practice of tracking data about one's own behaviors and activities, typically using technology

• The quantified self movement focuses on using technology to track and analyze personal data for self-improvement.
• I'm really into this whole quantified self thing where I track my steps and sleep patterns on my phone.
• I'm all about that QS life, always checking my fitness tracker and health apps.
• Embracing the quantified self philosophy, she viewed her life as a series of data points to be analyzed and optimized.

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'abled' describes someone who has the ability to do something

• The company is committed to providing equal opportunities for differently abled individuals.
• I admire how he never lets his differently abled status hold him back.
• She's so abled, she can do anything she sets her mind to.
• His creativity truly abled him to think outside the box.

noun better

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• The new management team has brought about a change for the better in our company's efficiency.
• Switching to a healthier diet has really made a change for the better in my energy levels.
• Getting a new phone was definitely a change for the better - my old one was so slow!
• Learning to let go of the past was like opening a door to a change for the better in my mental health.

noun the quality of being advisable or wise; the state of being suitable or prudent

• The advisableness of investing in the stock market should be carefully considered.
• It's worth thinking about the advisableness of going out in this weather.
• I don't know about the advisableness of skipping class to go to the beach.
• The advisableness of opening up to her about your feelings is up to you.